The The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially released the highly anticipated schedule Champions Trophy 2025established by Pakistan relative to the neutral point, a United Arab Emirates (UAE)in touch games India for security reasons. The announcement brings to an end months of speculation and discussion, leading to an exciting cricket show from February 19 to March 9, 2025.
Competition in a nutshell
- Dates: February 19 to March 9, 2025, with a March 10 deadline.
- Groups: Eight teams will compete, including Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan (hosts), and South Africa.
- Color: The teams are divided into two groups of four, playing in a round robin, with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
The key game is location
Opening the Game: The tournament kicks off with Pakistan versus New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi, setting the tone for what promises to be a competitive tournament.
India versus Pakistan: In one of the most eagerly awaited clashes, India will face Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai, which will be an important moment in the history of cricket because of the huge controversy and the choice of neutral ground.
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Team sports
- February 19, Pakistan v New Zealand, Karachi, Pakistan
- February 20, Bangladesh v India, Dubai
- February 21, Afghanistan v South Africa, Karachi, Pakistan
- February 22, Australia v England, Lahore, Pakistan
- February 23, Pakistan v India, Dubai
- February 24, Bangladesh v New Zealand, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- February 25, Australia v South Africa, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- February 26, Afghanistan v England, Lahore, Pakistan
- February 27, Pakistan v Bangladesh, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- February 28, Afghanistan v Australia, Lahore, Pakistan
- 1 March, South Africa v England, Karachi, Pakistan
- 2 March, New Zealand v India, Dubai
Scoring Sections:
Last game:
- March 4: First Team vs. Second Division B (Dubai)
- March 5: First Group B vs. Second Group A (Dubai, with date reserved for March 6)
Conclusion: March 9 in Lahore, with a chance to move to Dubai if India qualify.
Location Dynamics
Pakistan: Games will be held in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Lahore will host the final if India fail to qualify, marking Pakistan's first cricket ground.
United Arab Emirates: Dubai will be a neutral venue for all Indian games, ensuring participation without compromising security. The semi-finals and possibly the final will also be held here if India progress.