The schedule for the Champions Trophy 2025 is here. The hosts Pakistan will kickstart the 2025 Champions Trophy campaign against New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi.
The ICC confirmed this on December 24 while announcing the full schedule of the event. The group stage matches of India and one semi-final have been scheduled in Dubai. The big clash of the event, the Pakistan-India match, is scheduled to be played in Dubai on February 23.
There are two groups with four teams each and the teams will play a round robin format in their group. Essentially, each team will play three matches in the group stages before advancing to the semi-final stage.
Here is how the groups are divided.
Group A – Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, New Zealand
Group B – Afghanistan, South Africa, Australia, England
Pakistan has selected three venues for the Champions Trophy 2025. All the matches in Pakistan will be played in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Each ground has been given three matches each in the group stages, while Dubai has also been given three India games.
One semifinal will be played in Dubai, while the other will be played in Lahore.
The Final match will be held on March 9 in Lahore if India does not qualify for the final. If India does reach the final, then it will be held in Dubai.
Here is what PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said.
“We are pleased that an agreement has been reached based on the principles of equality and respect, showcasing the spirit of cooperation and collaboration that defines our sport. Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to the ICC members who played a constructive role in helping us achieve a mutually beneficial solution. Their efforts have been invaluable in promoting the interests of international cricket.
“Hosting the Champions Trophy is a significant milestone for Pakistan, highlighting our commitment to promoting cricket at the highest level and showcasing our capabilities as a premier event organizer. We are dedicated to ensuring that this tournament will be a memorable experience for players, officials, and fans alike.”
Here is the complete schedule of the Champions Trophy 2025.
Date Match Venue February 19 Pakistan vs New Zealand Karachi February 20 Bangladesh vs India Dubai February 21 Afghanistan vs South Africa Karachi February 22 Australia vs England Lahore February 23 Pakistan vs India Dubai February 24 Bangladesh vs New Zealand Rawalpindi February 25 Australia vs South Africa Rawalpindi February 26 Afghanistan vs England Lahore February 27 Pakistan vs Bangladesh Rawalpindi February 28 Afghanistan vs Australia Lahore March 1 South Africa vs England Karachi March 2 New Zealand vs India Dubai March 4 Semi-final 1 Dubai March 5 Semi-final 2 Lahore March 9 Final Lahore*
* The final will be held in Dubai in case India qualify
