ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India Takes on Pakistan in Neutral Venue on THIS Date, Check

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the schedule for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, featuring thrilling encounters between cricketing giants. The tournament, scheduled from February 19 to March 9, promises a series of day-night matches in Pakistan and Dubai. The marquee clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is set to take place on February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

ICC Champions Trophy schedule announced; India to play Pakistan on 23 February, 2025 in Dubai pic.twitter.com/w0FhEQiGDn

— ANI (@ANI) December 24, 2024

Groupings for the Tournament

The teams are divided into two groups:

Group A: Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh

Group B: South Africa, Australia, Afghanistan, England

Full Schedule of Matches

19 February: Pakistan vs. New Zealand, Karachi, Pakistan

20 February: Bangladesh vs. India, Dubai

21 February: Afghanistan vs. South Africa, Karachi, Pakistan

22 February: Australia vs. England, Lahore, Pakistan

23 February: Pakistan vs. India, Dubai

24 February: Bangladesh vs. New Zealand, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

25 February: Australia vs. South Africa, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

26 February: Afghanistan vs. England, Lahore, Pakistan

27 February: Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

28 February: Afghanistan vs. Australia, Lahore, Pakistan

1 March: South Africa vs. England, Karachi, Pakistan

2 March: New Zealand vs. India, Dubai

Knockout Stage

4 March: Semi-final 1, Dubai

5 March: Semi-final 2, Lahore, Pakistan

9 March: Final, Lahore (to shift to Dubai if India qualifies)

10 March: Reserve Day

Tournament Highlights

All matches will be day-night encounters, ensuring prime-time viewing for fans worldwide. With India and Pakistan drawn in the same group, the stage is set for a highly anticipated rivalry match. The final will take place in Lahore unless India qualifies, in which case Dubai will host the game to maintain neutrality.

This edition of the Champions Trophy marks a pivotal moment for cricket as it returns to Pakistan and Dubai, offering thrilling matchups and unforgettable moments for fans globally.