Published 18:39 IST, December 24th 2024
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan Match Date, Time and Venue
India’s campaign begins on February 20 in Dubai against Bangladesh.
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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule and groups were revealed on Tuesday, with India and Pakistan facing off in Dubai on February 23 at UAE's Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
ICC Champions Trophy -India vs Pakistan Match Date, Time and Venue
The tournament will begin on February 19 in Karachi and conclude with the final on March 9. This eight-team event will feature 15 matches across venues in Pakistan and Dubai. The matches in Pakistan will be hosted at Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi, while Dubai will host select games, including India’s group matches and the first semi-final.
ICC Champions Trophy: Key venues and highlights
Lahore will host the second semi-final and the final (unless India qualifies, in which case the final shifts to Dubai). Reserve days are allotted for both semi-finals and the final.
ICC Champions Trophy: Group Stage Highlights
Group A: Includes defending Champions Trophy holders Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh.
Group B: Features Cricket World Cup 2023 champions Australia, England, South Africa, and Afghanistan.
ICC Champions Trophy - Key Matches
The tournament opener on February 19 will see Pakistan facing New Zealand in Karachi.
India’s campaign begins on February 20 in Dubai against Bangladesh.
A thrilling weekend includes England vs. Australia on February 22 in Lahore, followed by the much-anticipated Pakistan vs. India clash on February 23.
Afghanistan takes on South Africa in Karachi on February 21.
Tournament Qualification
The eight participating teams secured their spots based on their top-eight finish in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. They will compete for the prestigious Champions Trophy and the iconic white winners’ jackets.
This edition promises exciting cricket action with fierce rivalries and high-stakes matches in world-class venues.
Updated 20:45 IST, December 24th 2024