Champions Trophy 2025: India To Face Pakistan on February 23 as ICC Announces Full Schedule

The much-awaited ICC Champions Trophy 2025 fixtures have finally been announced, ending months of speculation. The eight-team tournament will be played across Pakistan and Dubai, with matches scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025. This marks a historic edition of the Champions Trophy, as it is set to be held in Pakistan for the first time in nearly 30 years, with Dubai also playing a key role as one of the tournament venues.

Dates: February 19 to March 9, 2025

Venues: Pakistan (Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi) and Dubai.

Total Matches: 15 matches, including 12 group-stage games, 2 semi-finals, and 1 final.

Format: The tournament will feature two groups of four teams each, with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals.

Reserve Days: Both semi-finals and the final will have reserve days in case of rain delays.

Group A: Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh

Group B: South Africa, Australia, Afghanistan, England

• February 19: Pakistan vs New Zealand – Karachi, Pakistan
• February 20: Bangladesh vs India – Dubai
• February 21: Afghanistan vs South Africa – Karachi, Pakistan
• February 22: Australia vs England – Lahore, Pakistan
• February 23: Pakistan vs India – Dubai (Arguably the most anticipated match of the tournament)
• February 24: Bangladesh vs New Zealand – Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• February 25: Australia vs South Africa – Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• February 26: Afghanistan vs England – Lahore, Pakistan
• February 27: Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• February 28: Afghanistan vs Australia – Lahore, Pakistan
• March 1: South Africa vs England – Karachi, Pakistan
• March 2: New Zealand vs India – Dubai
• March 4: Semi-final 1 – Dubai
• March 5: Semi-final 2 – Lahore, Pakistan
• March 9: Final – Lahore (unless India qualifies, in which case the final will be moved to Dubai)
• March 10: Reserve Day
• February 23, 2025: Pakistan vs India in Dubai – This will be one of the biggest matches of the tournament, given the intense rivalry between the two nations. The game is expected to attract a massive global audience.
• February 22, 2025: Australia vs England in Lahore – Another high-profile clash, featuring two of the most competitive teams in world cricket.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 features the top eight teams based on their performance in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. This gives the tournament a strong competitive edge, with each match carrying significant weight as teams battle for supremacy in the 50-over format.

With Pakistan hosting the tournament, the excitement is further heightened, especially for fans who have eagerly awaited the return of international cricket to the country. Lahore will also have the honor of hosting the final and second semi-final, though, if India qualifies for the final, it will be moved to Dubai for security and logistical reasons.

The tournament is shaping up to be a spectacular celebration of global cricket, showcasing the best talent from around the world. Fans can look forward to intense competition, thrilling rivalries, and unforgettable moments in what promises to be one of the most eagerly awaited ICC events.