The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the schedule for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, set to take place from 19 February to 9 March in Pakistan and the UAE. The tournament will feature 15 matches across 19 days and will return to the cricket calendar for the first time since the 2017 edition.
Defending champions Pakistan will host the tournament for the first time since 1996, with the UAE confirmed as a neutral venue. The tournament will feature eight teams: Bangladesh, India, New Zealand, and Pakistan in Group A, and Afghanistan, Australia, England, and South Africa in Group B.
Matches will be held in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi, Pakistan, with Dubai hosting the UAE matches.
Key fixtures include:
- 19 February – Pakistan vs New Zealand, Karachi
- 20 February – Bangladesh vs India, Dubai
- 21 February – Afghanistan vs South Africa, Karachi
- 22 February – Australia vs England, Lahore
- 23 February – Pakistan vs India, Dubai
- 4 March – Semi-final 1, Dubai
- 5 March – Semi-final 2, Lahore
- 9 March – Final, Lahore (or Dubai if India qualifies for the final)
The tournament will showcase the world’s finest cricket teams, competing for the iconic Champions Trophy white jackets. Both semi-finals and the final will have reserve days, ensuring a seamless conclusion to the competition.
Full Schedule
- 19 Feb – Pakistan v New Zealand, National Stadium, Karachi
- 20 Feb – Bangladesh v India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- 21 Feb – Afghanistan v South Africa, National Stadium, Karachi
- 22 Feb – Australia v England, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 23 Feb – Pakistan v India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- 24 Feb – Bangladesh v New Zealand, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 25 Feb – Australia v South Africa, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 26 Feb – Afghanistan v England, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 27 Feb – Pakistan v Bangladesh, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 28 Feb – Afghanistan v Australia, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 1 Mar – South Africa v England, National Stadium, Karachi
- 2 Mar – New Zealand v India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- 4 Mar – Semi-final 1, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- 5 Mar – Semi-final 2, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 9 Mar – Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (or Dubai if India qualifies)
All matches will start at 14:00 Pakistan Standard Time.
ICC and Pakistan Cricket Board Reactions
ICC Chair Jay Shah expressed excitement for the tournament’s return, highlighting its importance as a major cricketing spectacle. Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi welcomed the event as a significant milestone, stressing Pakistan’s commitment to hosting high-level cricket and extending renowned hospitality to participants and fans.
Fans can register their interest for tickets through the official platforms.
