The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the Champions Trophy schedule for the upcoming 9th edition of ICC Champions Trophy 2025, along with fixtures and groupings. The IPL 2025 and the PSL 10 schedules have been delayed and not released by officials. The highly anticipated tournament will run from 19 February to 9 March 2025 for almost 19 days. Pakistan will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy 2025, featuring an eight-team format. The tournament will be held in Pakistan at different venues, as well as in Dubai, due to being influenced by India and the BCCI. All the matches are scheduled as day-night games. Right after the completion of the ICC event, the HBL PSL season 10 will begin and remain until 19 May 2025.
The ICC Champions Trophy has always been a key part of ODI cricket, providing exciting games and memorable moments. The Champions Trophy features the world’s top eight cricket teams divided into A and B groups. The group-stage teams will play three matches. According to the ranking table, the top two teams in groups A and B will be advanced and qualify for the semi-finals and the final.
ICC Champions Trophy Overview
| Administrator | International Cricket Council (ICC) |
|---|---|
| Format | One-Day International (ODI) |
| First Edition | 1998, Bangladesh |
| Latest Edition | 2017, England & Wales |
| Next Edition 2025 | 2025, Pakistan |
| Tournament Format | Group Stage – Round-robin and Knockout |
| Number of Teams | 8 |
| Total Editions | 8 (as of 2025) |
| Current Champion | Pakistan (2017) |
| Most Successful Teams | Australia, India (2 titles each) |
| Most Runs | Chris Gayle (791 runs) |
| Most Wickets | Kyle Mills (28 wickets) |
| Notable Players | Ricky Ponting, MS Dhoni, Shahid Afridi |
| Host Nations | Bangladesh, Kenya, Sri Lanka, England, South Africa, India, Pakistan |
| Highest Team Total | India – 331/7 vs South Africa (2013) |
| Lowest Team Total | United States – 65 vs Australia (2004) |
| Official Website | ICC Champions Trophy 2025 |
Champions Trophy Schedule 2025.
Champions Trophy Developments 2025
The PSL 2025 schedule is delayed due to negotiating and debating with India and Pakistan Cricket Boards, the International Cricket Council announced the fixtures and groupings for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, December 24. Both countries reached a hybrid cricket module with the help of the ICC. The hybrid module aims to accommodate Team India due to its security issues, and India will play all matches in Dubai. The first match will begin on 19 February in Karachi, and the final game will be on 9 March.
ICC Champions Trophy Format 2025
The current ICC champion is Pakistan, and the tournament has returned after eight years since 2017. The top eight Shining and top Nation’s cricket teams will contribute to the championship race. The ICC tournament features 15 One Day International (ODI) matches across Pakistan and Dubai. The eight teams are divided into two groups based on round-robin and knockout formats. After the round-robin matches, the top two teams on the points table from each group will have advanced to the semi-final round.
ICC Champions Trophy Schedule 2025
The first match of the ICC Champions Trophy will start between New Zealand and host country Pakistan in National Stadium Karachi, Pakistan. India will play all matches in Dubai; due to a recent debate, the BCCI refused to play in Pakistan, and the ICC finally launched a hybrid module and scheduled accordingly. We expect the PSL 2025 event to be out of the circle this year. The final tournament match will be held at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. If India qualifies for the final, the final game will be in Dubai. Here is the full ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule with venues and timetables.
| Date | Match | Group/Stage | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, Wednesday | Pakistan vs New Zealand | Group A | 2:00 PM | National Stadium, Karachi |
| February 20, Thursday | India vs Bangladesh | Group A | 2:00 PM | Dubai International Stadium |
| February 21, Friday | Afghanistan vs South Africa | Group B | 2:00 PM | National Stadium, Karachi |
| February 22, Saturday | Australia vs England | Group B | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| February 23, Sunday | India vs Pakistan | Group A | 2:00 PM | Dubai International Stadium |
| February 24, Monday | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | Group A | 2:00 PM | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| February 25, Tuesday | Australia vs South Africa | Group B | 2:00 PM | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| February 26, Wednesday | Afghanistan vs England | Group B | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| February 27, Thursday | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | Group A | 2:00 PM | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| February 28, Friday | Australia vs Afghanistan | Group B | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| March 1, Saturday | England vs South Africa | Group B | 2:00 PM | National Stadium, Karachi |
| March 2, Sunday | India vs New Zealand | Group A | 2:00 PM | Dubai International Stadium |
| March 4, Tuesday | Semi-final 1 | Semi-finals | 2:00 PM | Dubai International Stadium |
| March 5, Wednesday | Semi-final 2 | Semi-finals | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| March 9, Sunday | Winner semi-final 1 vs winner semi-final 2 | Final | 2:00 PM | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore/Dubai International Stadium |
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ICC Champions Trophy Teams 2025
The top eight teams will contribute to the ICC Champion Trophy for the upcoming 9th edition, divided into two groups. The group stage team will face all other teams in their group. Take a deep look at the table below to know the grouping of all teams.
| Group A | Group B |
| Pakistan | South Africa |
| India | Australia |
| New Zealand | Afghanistan |
| Bangladesh | England |
Group A
Bangladesh: Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Mushfiqur Rahim, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, MD Mahmudullah, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossai Emon, Taskin Ahmed, Nasum Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Tanzim Hasan Sakib,
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Lockie Ferguson, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Will Young, Kane Williamson,
India: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (vc), KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, Rishabh Pant, Washington Sundar, Mohammad Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yashaswi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah
Pakistan: Yet to be announced
Group B
Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Ikram Alikhil, Rahmat Shah, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Farid Malik, Noor Ahmad, Naveed Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan
England: Jos Buttler (c), Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Jofra Archer, Harry Brook, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Mark Wood, Phil Salt,
Australia: Pat Cummins (c), Alex Carey, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Nathan Ellis, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Marnus Labuschagne,
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Heinrich Klaasen, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, David Miller, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Rassie van der Dussen, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs,
Venue Details
Pakistan will host the ICC Champions Trophy in top venues of the hosting country and Dubai for Team India to follow the hybrid module. According to the Champions Trophy Schedule 2025, for Karachi and Lahore, 3 matches are scheduled for each venue, and 4 matches for Rawalpindi and Multan Stadium are optional and can be scheduled later if needed. The hosting sites and details are given below.
- National Stadium, Karachi: The National Cricket Stadium, Karachi, also known as National Bank Stadium for the sponsorship reason due to its rich cricketing history. The stadium has a capacity of 34,000 people.
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: Gaddafi Cricket Stadium, also known as Lahore Stadium, is a premium venue full of facilities for its fans, with a seating capacity of 27,000.
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium: Located in the capital’s center, it has a seating capacity of 15,000 people and is known for its lively crowd and ability to host day-night matches.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will most likely have three venues to host the ICC Champions Trophy event in 2025.
| City | Karachi | Lahore | Rawalpindi |
| Matches | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Stadium | National Stadium | Gaddafi Stadium | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Capacity | 34,238 | 27,000 | 15,000 |
- Multan Cricket Stadium: The Multan Cricket Stadium is versatile, a modern stadium with excellent infrastructure that has been newly reconstructed and has a seating capacity of 25,000. According to the Champions Trophy schedule, no match is scheduled yet, and it will remain optional for the event.
Conclusion
The ICC Champions Trophy is expected to occur according to the schedule released by ICC. However, there might be some changes before or ahead of the event. The world’s most famous tournament, with a rich cricket history, is hosted in Pakistan. The final game will be in Dubai if India qualifies for the final. Keep in touch with us for more updates on the Champions Trophy schedule for 2025.
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Where is the Champions Trophy schedule in 2025?
The Champions Trophy is scheduled for three major venues, Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Lahore, including Dubai, for the hybrid module.
In which year Pakistan won ICC Trophy?
Pakistan won the ICC Champions Trophy in 2017 against India.
Where can I watch the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
Fans can watch the ICC Champions Trophy event live on Star Sports Network in India and visit for worldwide live streaming.
How to buy tickets for Champions Trophy 2025?
You can buy Champions Trophy tickets on ticombo official or bookme website, Although ICC just opened registration for ticket updates.
How many teams play in the Champions Trophy?
The top eight Nations will contribute to the Champion Trophy 2025.
Is the Champions Trophy schedule announced?
The Champions Trophy schedule for the eight-team tournament was revealed on Tuesday, 24 December 2025.
