ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Full Schedule Revealed, India to Face Pakistan on February 23
The much-awaited ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule has been officially announced and fans are eagerly anticipating the matches. One of the most exciting fixtures in the tournament will be the India vs Pakistan clash, set to take place on February 23 in Dubai. This high-octane encounter will be part of a riveting series of matches, including the tournament’s opening game between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi on February 19.
The tournament follows a unique hybrid model, where matches involving the Indian team will be played exclusively in the UAE. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had selected the UAE as the venue for this format, and thus, all of India’s matches will be hosted in Dubai. However, there is an important condition regarding the final match: while the tournament’s final is scheduled to be held in Lahore on March 9, if India reaches the final, the venue will be shifted to Dubai.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Key Fixtures
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 kicks off with an exciting match between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi on February 19. This will be followed by the eagerly anticipated India vs Bangladesh match on February 20, which will also be held in Dubai. After this, Afghanistan will face South Africa in Karachi on February 21.
On February 22, the tournament will see another thrilling encounter between Australia and England at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. India’s first match will be against Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai, followed by the India vs Pakistan showdown on February 23, which will also take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
India’s Journey in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Team India will begin their campaign with a match against Bangladesh on February 20. Following that, they will face their arch-rivals Pakistan on February 23 in what is expected to be one of the most thrilling matches of the tournament. India’s final group match will be against New Zealand on March 2, with all their group-stage fixtures taking place in Dubai.
Venue Details for Semi-Finals and Final
The tournament’s semi-finals will be held at two different venues. The first semi-final will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 4, while the second semi-final will be held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on March 5. The final match of the tournament is scheduled for March 9 in Lahore. However, if India qualifies for the final, the match venue will be changed to Dubai.
This hybrid model is designed to ensure that India, due to logistical concerns and geopolitical factors, plays its matches in the UAE. This decision is aimed at creating a neutral environment for the Indian team while also maintaining the integrity and excitement of the competition. Fans are eagerly waiting to see whether India will make it to the final and whether the venue will shift to Dubai for the grand finale.
Full Schedule for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Here’s a look at the full match schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
- February 19 – Pakistan vs New Zealand, National Stadium, Karachi
- February 20 – Bangladesh vs India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- February 21 – Afghanistan vs South Africa, National Stadium, Karachi
- February 22 – Australia vs England, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- February 23 – Pakistan vs India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- February 24 – Bangladesh vs New Zealand, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- February 25 – Australia vs South Africa, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- February 26 – Afghanistan vs England, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- February 27 – Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- February 28 – Afghanistan vs Australia, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- March 1 – South Africa vs England, National Stadium, Karachi
- March 2 – New Zealand vs India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Semi-Final and Final Match Details
- March 4 – Semi-Final 1, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- March 5 – Semi-Final 2, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- March 9 – Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (Venue may change to Dubai if India qualifies)
The fixtures promise to provide plenty of action, with teams like Pakistan, India, Australia, and England competing for the prestigious title. Cricket fans are sure to witness some exhilarating encounters, with rivalries, particularly between India and Pakistan, set to dominate the headlines.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is gearing up to be an unforgettable tournament, bringing together the best cricketing nations for what promises to be a memorable spectacle in Dubai, Karachi, and Lahore. As the countdown begins, fans can start marking their calendars for the tournament’s exciting opening match on February 19.
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