Pakistan is set to host the ICC Champions Trophy, with at least eight of the world's top cricket teams participating in the tournament, scheduled to begin on February 19.
The event will feature 15 matches, with Pakistan facing New Zealand in the opening match in Karachi. The final is scheduled for March 9.
The tournament will include the top eight men's teams: Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, and South Africa.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that the opening ceremony of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 will take place at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.
According to reports, the cricket board is planning a special surprise for the fans in Karachi for the opening match of the eight-team tournament.
Sources said that Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighter jets will feature in the opening ceremony of the Champions Trophy 2025, set to take place on February 19 in Karachi.
The event will showcase aerobatic displays by Pakistan Air Force aircraft, including the JF-17 Thunder and F-16 jets, Express News reported quoting sources.
The fighter jets will perform daring aerobatic maneuvers, adding excitement to the ceremony. These aerial stunts will be executed by the renowned 'Sherdil' team, known for their precision and skill.
Rehearsals for the event were actively underway on Friday, with the jets showcasing their capabilities in preparation for the grand performance.
Pakistan will be hosting its first major multi-country cricket tournament in nearly 30 years with the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. This will mark the first major international tournament held in Pakistan since the 1996 Cricket World Cup.
In addition to the Cricket World Cup, Pakistan previously hosted several major international sporting events, including the Hockey World Cup in 1990, the Hockey Champions Trophy in 1994, and the World Amateur Snooker Championship in 1993. The Pakistan Open also featured annually on the global squash calendar.
The ICC Champions Trophy was initially scheduled to be held in Pakistan in 2009, but due to security concerns and reluctance from other teams to travel, the tournament was relocated to South Africa the following year.
ICC reveals prize money
The International Cricket Council (ICC) also revealed the prize money for the Champions Trophy 2025, increasing the total prize pool by 53% compared to the previous edition.
According to the ICC’s announcement, the total prize pool for the Champions Trophy will amount to $690,000.
The winning team will receive $2.24 million (over Rs620 million), while the runner-up team will be awarded $1.12 million (more than Rs31 crore).
For the teams that lose in the semi-finals, each will be awarded $560,000 (over Rs15.5 crore).
In addition, teams will also receive $34,000 for each group-stage match they win.
The teams finishing in 5th and 6th place will receive $350,000 each, while the team finishing in 7th place will be awarded $140,000.
Every team participating in the event will receive $125,000 for their participation.
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