ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule Dates: The highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is just three days away, marking the return of the prestigious “mini World Cup” after an eight-year hiatus. Pakistan will host the tournament for the first time in 30 years, with matches set to take place in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. However, due to security concerns, India will play all their matches in Dubai, as per the BCCI’s decision.
Pakistan Hosts, India Plays in Dubai
Defending champions Pakistan, who won the 2017 Champions Trophy final against India, will be eager to lift the trophy on home soil. Meanwhile, India’s campaign will unfold entirely in Dubai, including the knockout matches, should they qualify.
The tournament welcomes Afghanistan for the first time, while Sri Lanka and West Indies are notable absentees. Injury concerns have hit several teams, with Australia suffering the most.
Teams Arriving for the Tournament
Ahead of the tournament, South Africa and New Zealand were the first teams to land in Pakistan as they played a tri-nation series with the hosts. India and Bangladesh have already set up camp in Dubai, while Afghanistan has arrived in Pakistan. Australia and England are yet to travel for the tournament.
Champions Trophy 2025 Venues
The National Stadium in Karachi, Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will host the matches in Pakistan, while Dubai International Stadium will be the venue for all of India’s matches, including the semifinals and final, if they qualify.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule
Group Stage Matches
- Feb 19: Pakistan vs New Zealand – Karachi
- Feb 20: India vs Bangladesh – Dubai
- Feb 21: Afghanistan vs South Africa – Karachi
- Feb 22: Australia vs England – Lahore
- Feb 23: India vs Pakistan – Dubai
- Feb 24: Bangladesh vs New Zealand – Rawalpindi
- Feb 25: Australia vs South Africa – Rawalpindi
- Feb 26: Afghanistan vs England – Lahore
- Feb 27: Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Rawalpindi
- Feb 28: Australia vs Afghanistan – Lahore
- Mar 1: England vs South Africa – Karachi
- Mar 2: India vs New Zealand – Dubai
Knockouts
- Mar 4: Semifinal 1 – Dubai
- Mar 5: Semifinal 2 – Lahore
- Mar 9: Final – Lahore/Dubai
With the stage set, the Champions Trophy 2025 promises thrilling cricket action, with a much-awaited India vs Pakistan clash on February 23 in Dubai. Fans around the world eagerly await the tournament’s return as top teams battle for ICC glory.