Karachi, January 11, 2025 – The Pakistan cricket team is set to participate in the much-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with their journey beginning in February. The tournament, which will feature some of the best teams in the world, will see Pakistan cricket team play key matches against tough competitors.
The inaugural match for Pakistan cricket team will take place against New Zealand on February 19, 2025, at the National Stadium Karachi, a venue that has witnessed some iconic cricket moments. Pakistan cricket team will aim to make a strong start as they face the Black Caps in this opening encounter.
After the first game, Pakistan cricket team will travel to Dubai for a high-voltage clash with their arch-rivals India on February 23, 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The rivalry between Pakistan and India is one of the fiercest in world cricket, and this match is expected to draw significant attention from cricket fans globally.
On February 27, 2025, Pakistan cricket team will face Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. This will be another crucial match for Pakistan as they look to maintain their momentum in the tournament and secure valuable points.
The schedule for the other teams is as follows:
• February 20 – Bangladesh vs. India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
• February 21 – Afghanistan vs. South Africa, National Stadium Karachi
• February 22 – Australia vs. England, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• February 24 – Bangladesh vs. New Zealand, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
• February 25 – Australia vs. South Africa, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
• February 26 – Afghanistan vs. England, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
• February 28 – Afghanistan vs. Australia, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
• March 1 – South Africa vs. England, National Stadium Karachi
• March 2 – New Zealand vs. India, Dubai International Cricket Stadium
The semi-finals will be held on March 4 and March 5, 2025, with the final scheduled for March 9, 2025 at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.
All matches in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will begin at 14:00 Pakistan Standard Time (PST). Fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an exciting tournament, with the Pakistan cricket team looking to make their mark on the global stage.