ICC Announces Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule: India to Play Pakistan on February 23
Fans eagerly awaited an announcement from the ICC. It revealed the full schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy. The tournament will see India face arch-rivals Pakistan on February 23 at a neutral venue, likely Dubai.
The Champions Trophy 2025 will start on February 19. It will feature eight top cricketing nations. Pakistan will face New Zealand in the opener at Karachi Stadium. The final will take place on March 9 at a neutral venue, with a reserve day planned in case of rain.
India’s Complete Schedule for Champions Trophy 2025
In Group A with Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, faces a tough road to the knockouts. Here’s India’s full fixture:
| Team | Opponent | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | Bangladesh | 20-02-2025 | Neutral |
| India | Pakistan | 23-02-2025 | Neutral |
| India | New Zealand | 02-03-2025 | Neutral |
If India reaches the semis and final, their matches will be at neutral venues, per the ICC’s hybrid model.
Complete Schedule For Champions Trophy 2025:
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Hybrid Model for India-Pakistan Matches
In a big development, the ICC has confirmed a hybrid model for all India-Pakistan matches. It will ensure these high-stakes games are played at neutral venues. Dubai and Colombo are the top contenders to host the clashes. The exact locations are not yet finalized.
The agreement, signed by both cricket boards, covers all matches until 2027. This includes bilateral and ICC events. As per this deal, Pakistan will not travel to India for ICC tournaments. This includes the Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 and the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Champions Trophy 2025: Group Stage Overview
The tournament is divided into two groups:
Group A:
- India
- Pakistan
- New Zealand
- Bangladesh
Group B:
- South Africa
- Australia
- England
- Afghanistan
The 15-match tournament will feature intense competition as teams vie for a spot in the knockout stages.
Key Matchups to Watch
- India vs Pakistan: The February 23 clash will be the highlight of the group stage. Due to political tensions and a neutral venue, this match is very important both on and off the field.
- Pakistan vs New Zealand (Opening Match): The February 19 opener in Karachi will set the tone for the tournament.
- With a neutral venue for the knockouts, the final on March 9 will be electrifying.
The 2025 Champions Trophy will feature thrilling cricket. India’s match with Pakistan on February 23 is already generating buzz. The ICC’s hybrid model for India-Pakistan matches has fans excited. The teams will fight it out on subcontinental pitches. They expect a thrilling tournament.
With the tournament approaching, all will watch Team India’s quest to win the Champions Trophy.
