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ICC announces schedule for champions trophy 2025

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1.ICC 

The ICC (International Cricket Council) has officially revealed the much expected Champions Trophy 2025 schedule. With the promise of exciting matches and intense competition between the best cricketing nations in the globe, cricket fans from all around the world are looking forward to the event. The tournament will be held in Pakistan, which will be a historic first as the nation hosts a major ICC event for the first time in almost 20 years.

2. Who will host the 2025 Champions Trophy?

a. The host country is Pakistan.

Pakistan’s return to prominence as a premier cricketing location is marked by the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The nation, well-known for its fervent supporters and famous stadiums, is prepared to provide both players and viewers with an unforgettable experience.

b. Timeline for the Tournament

The event is planned for February 14–March 2, 2025. Fans of cricket may anticipate thrilling matches in places like Rawalpindi, Karachi, and Lahore.

 3.  How does one become eligible for the Champions Trophy?

The top eight teams according to ICC rankings compete in the Champions Trophy, which is governed by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The Champions Trophy features a more condensed schedule than the ICC World Cup, guaranteeing high-stakes matches all through the competition.

 4. ICC Champions Trophy 2025 teams list

1.Pakistan.
2.India
3.Australia
4. New Zealand
5.Afghanistan (first-time participant in the competition)
6.Bangladesh
7.South Africa
8.England

 5. Champions Trophy 2025 matches

Based on the current schedule, the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 matches listed as follows:

Afghanistan vs. South Africa (Karachi), February 21, 2025
Australia vs. England (Lahore), February 22, 2025
India against. New Zealand (Rawalpindi), February 23, 2025
Pakistan vs. Bangladesh (Lahore), February 24, 2025
Afghanistan vs. England (Lahore), February 25, 2025
Australia vs. South Africa (Rawalpindi), February 26, 2025
Bangladesh vs. New Zealand (Lahore), February 27, 2025
Afghanistan vs. Australia (Rawalpindi), February 28, 2025
India vs. Pakistan, March 1, 2025 (Lahore)
South Africa vs. England (Rawalpindi), March 2, 2025
First Semi-Final (Karachi), March 5, 2025
Second Semi-Final (Rawalpindi), March 6, 2025
March 9, 2025: Lahore final
Three locations in Pakistan—Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpind—will host these games.

 6. Champions Trophy 2025 groups

Group A

India, Australia, and Pakistan
South Africa

Group B

New Zealand , Afghanistan, Bangladesh ,England

7. where is the next icc champions trophy in 2025?

Pakistan will host the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. This famous event, which  take place in three locations—Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi   hosted by Pakistan for the first time in more than 20 years.

8  What is the Champions trophy 2025 hybrid model?  

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 hybrid concept   a compromise meant to alleviate geopolitical tensions and security issues, especially those including India.   However, because of current political sensitivities and security concerns between the two countries, games including India might be held at a neutral location, most likely Dubai. This format  previously utilized for India’s matches in the 2023 Asia Cup.

In order to ensure Pakistan’s participation in ICC events staged in India without having to play there, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has consented to this model subject to a number of requirements. In light of regional tensions, this paradigm is a calculated choice to handle the challenges of international cricket while simultaneously addressing the amount and logistical concerns.

9. What is a hybrid model in cricket?

Pakistan host country for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, but because of the continuous hostilities between India and Pakistan, India’s matches   held in a neutral location like Dubai. This strategy solves logistical and safety issues while guaranteeing that the competition can go forward.

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