2025 Champions Trophy schedule is expected to be announced next week

ICC delegation is to visit Lahore next week for the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule reveal and preparations.

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An International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation is scheduled to visit Lahore from November 10 to 12 to inspect arrangements for the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy, which will be hosted in Pakistan. During the visit, a significant event related to the prestigious tournament is expected, with the schedule and other key details likely to be announced.

Sources have confirmed that the tournament schedule has already been shared with member countries, and this visit will provide the ICC with an opportunity to assess preparations and logistics ahead of the event. The official event on November 11 is expected to feature prominent figures, including cricketers, who will be invited to attend.

As per the proposed schedule, Pakistan will be placed in Group A alongside India, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, while Group B consists of England, South Africa, Australia, and Afghanistan. The BCCI is awaiting consultations with the Indian government before confirming participation in matches hosted in Pakistan.

The 2025 Champions Trophy will be held from February 19 to March 9, with a reserve day on March 10. Matches will be played across Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi, with Lahore hosting seven matches, including the final. Karachi’s National Stadium will stage the opening match and one semi-final, while Rawalpindi will host five matches, including the other semi-final. The semi-finals are set for March 5 and 6, with the final taking place in Lahore on March 9.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 proposed schedule:

  • February 19: New Zealand vs Pakistan - Karachi
  • February 20: Bangladesh vs India - Lahore
  • February 21: Afghanistan vs South Africa - Karachi
  • February 22: Australia vs England - Lahore
  • February 23: New Zealand vs India - Lahore
  • February 24: Pakistan vs Bangladesh - Rawalpindi
  • February 25: Afghanistan vs England - Lahore
  • February 26: Australia vs South Africa - Rawalpindi
  • February 27: Bangladesh vs New Zealand - Lahore
  • February 28: Afghanistan vs Australia - Rawalpindi
  • March 1: Pakistan vs India - Lahore
  • March 2: South Africa vs England - Rawalpindi
  • March 5 Semi-final: TBC vs TBC - Karachi
  • March 6 Semi-final: TBC vs TBC - Rawalpindi
  • March 9 Final: TBC vs TBC - Lahore

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