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He International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially published the schedule for the long-awaited Champions Trophy 2025configured to be hosted by Pakistan in collaboration with a neutral place, the United Arab Emirates (UAE)for matches involving India due to security concerns. This announcement ends months of speculation and negotiation, setting the stage for an exciting cricket spectacle from February 19 to March 9, 2025.
Tournament summary
- Dates: From February 19 to March 9, 2025, with a reserve day of March 10 for the final.
- Equipment: Eight teams will compete, including Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan (host) and South Africa.
- Format: Teams are divided into two groups of four, playing in a round-robin format, with the top two in each group advancing to the semifinals.
Key matches and venues
Opening match: The tournament begins with Pakistan versus New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi, setting the tone for what promises to be a competitive event.
India versus Pakistan: One of the most anticipated clashes, India will take on Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai, marking a significant moment in cricket history due to the intense rivalry and neutral decision on the venue.
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Group stage matches
- February 19, Pakistan v New Zealand, Karachi, Pakistan
- February 20, Bangladesh-India, Dubai
- February 21, Afghanistan vs. South Africa, Karachi, Pakistan
- February 22, Australia – England, Lahore, Pakistan
- February 23, Pakistan-India, Dubai
- February 24, Bangladesh v New Zealand, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- February 25, Australia v South Africa, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- February 26, Afghanistan – England, Lahore, Pakistan
- February 27, Pakistan v Bangladesh, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- February 28, Afghanistan v Australia, Lahore, Pakistan
- March 1, South Africa – England, Karachi, Pakistan
- March 2, New Zealand v India, Dubai
Elimination phases:
Semifinals:
- March 4: 1st Group A vs. 2nd Group B (Dubai)
- March 5: 1st Group B vs. 2nd Group A (Dubai, with reserve day on March 6)
End: March 9 in Lahore, with the provision to move to Dubai if India qualifies.
Dynamics of the place
Pakistan: The matches will be held in Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi. Lahore will host the final if India fails to qualify, and will feature Pakistan’s main cricket venues.
United Arab Emirates: Dubai will be the neutral venue for all of India’s group stage matches, ensuring their participation without compromising on security issues. The semi-finals and potentially the final will also be held here if India advances.
