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India’s matches in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be held in the United Arab Emirates, a decision solidified following a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi and Sheikh Nahyan Al Mubarak, head of the Emirates Cricket Board .
The much-awaited group stage match between India and Pakistan is scheduled to take place on Sunday, February 23 in Dubai. India’s other group matches include games against Bangladesh on February 20 and New Zealand on March 2, which are also likely to be held in Dubai.
Pakistan, the defending champions, will begin their campaign on February 19 against New Zealand in Karachi. They will play their final group stage match against Bangladesh on February 27 in Rawalpindi.
Tournament structure and schedule
The tournament has two groups:
Group A: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and New Zealand.
Group B: Afghanistan, Australia, England and South Africa
Matches outside India’s schedule will take place across Pakistan, in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi.
The semi-finals are scheduled for March 4 and 5, with a reserve day allocated only for the second semi-final. If India qualify for the semi-finals, their match will be played in the United Arab Emirates; otherwise it will take place in Pakistan. The final is scheduled for March 9 in Lahore, with the provision to move to the United Arab Emirates if India reaches the final.
Hybrid model agreement
The Champions Trophy 2025 will operate under a hybrid hosting model. Under this agreement, Pakistan’s matches in ICC events hosted by India until 2027 will also be played at neutral venues. This model guarantees neutrality in the matches of both countries, especially during the playoffs.
The agreement extends to future ICC events including the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup in India, the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup in Pakistan.
This innovative approach aims to balance cricket ties amid political sensitivities, ensuring the participation of both nations while providing a neutral ground for their high-stakes encounters.
