Champions Trophy Time Table & Schedule – Cricket fans, get ready to witness the return of one of the most thrilling tournaments in the cricketing calendar – the ICC Champions Trophy 2025! Known for its electrifying matches and nail-biting finishes, the Champions Trophy brings together the top cricketing nations to battle it for glory. This year, the action is set to unfold in Pakistan, which will host the tournament for the first time since 1996. Here’s everything you need to know about the schedule, venues, and more.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 – Time Table, First Match & Final Match
The 2025 edition of the ICC Champions Trophy will be hosted by Pakistan, marking the country’s return to hosting major ICC events after decades. Known for its passionate cricket fans and iconic stadiums, Pakistan is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable experience.
The tournament will feature the top eight teams in the ICC ODI rankings, divided into two groups of four. Each team will play three matches in the group stage, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. The winners of the semi-finals will clash in the grand finale to determine the champion.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Start Date
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will start on Wednesday 19 February 2025 and its final match will be played on Sunday 9 March 2025. All 8 teams will play 15 games together in the Champions Trophy 2025. The Champions Trophy of the year 2025 will be played in ODI format.
| Tournament | ICC Champions Trophy 2025 |
| Board | ICC (International Cricket Council) |
| Host | Pakistan and UAE(Hybrid Model) |
| Most successful team | Australia and India(2-time winners) |
| Current Champion | Pakistan(2017) |
| Total Team | 8 |
| Total Matches | 15 |
| Format | ODIs |
| Introduction | February 19, 2025 |
| Final | March 9, 2025 |
| Website | https://www.icc-cricket.com/ |
ICC Champions Trophy Time Table 2025
The first match of the Champions Trophy 2025 will be played between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday 9 February 2025, while the final game of the Champions Trophy will be played in Lahore/Dubai* on Sunday 9 March 2025. A reserve day has also been kept in the 2025 Champions Trophy. All matches of the Champions Trophy 2025 will be played from 2 pm according to Indian time.
* If Team India plays the final then the final match will be played in Dubai, whereas if the Indian team does not play the final then the final match will be played in Lahore.
| S. No. | Date | Match | Time (Indian Standard Time) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | Pakistan vs New Zealand | From 2:30 p.m. | Karachi |
| 2 | Thursday, February 20, 2025 | Bangladesh vs India | From 2:30 p.m. | Dubai |
| 3 | Friday, February 21, 2025 | Afghanistan vs South Africa | From 2:30 p.m. | Karachi |
| 4 | Saturday, February 22, 2025 | Australia vs England | From 2:30 p.m. | Lahore |
| 5 | Sunday, February 23, 2025 | Pakistan vs India | From 2:30 p.m. | Dubai |
| 6 | Monday, February 24, 2025 | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | From 2:30 p.m. | Rawalpindi |
| 7 | Tuesday, February 25, 2025 | Australia vs South Africa | From 2:30 p.m. | Rawalpindi |
| 8 | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | Afghanistan vs England | From 2:30 p.m. | Lahore |
| 9 | Thursday, February 27, 2025 | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | From 2:30 p.m. | Rawalpindi |
| 10 | Friday, February 28, 2025 | Afghanistan vs Australia | From 2:30 p.m. | Lahore |
| 11 | Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Afghanistan vs Australia | From 2:30 p.m. | Karachi |
| 12 | Sunday, March 2, 2025 | New Zealand vs India | From 2:30 p.m. | Dubai |
| 13 | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | Semi-final 1 | From 2:30 p.m. | Dubai |
| 14 | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | Semi-final 2 | From 2:30 p.m. | Lahore |
| 15 | Sunday, March 9, 2025 | Final | From 2:30 p.m. | Lahore/Dubai * |
| Monday, March 10, 2025 | Reserve Day | From 2:30 p.m. | Lahore/Dubai * |
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final Match & Playoffs
The final match of Champions Trophy 2025 will be played on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in Lahore/Dubai* from 2:00 PM IST.
| Date | Match | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | Semi-final 1 | 2:00 PM | Dubai |
| Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | Semi-final 2 | 2:00 PM | Lahore |
| Sunday, March 9, 2025 | Final | 2:00 PM | Lahore/Dubai* |
| Monday, March 10, 2025 | Reserve Day | 2:00 PM | Lahore/Dubai * |
ICC Champions 2025 Trophy Team List
The eight participating teams will be divided into two groups based on ICC rankings as of September 2024. While the official groupings are yet to be announced, fans can expect traditional powerhouses like India, Australia, England, and South Africa to feature prominently. Emerging teams such as Afghanistan and Bangladesh may also spring surprises.
| Group A | Group B |
|---|---|
| Pakistan(host) | Afghanistan |
| India | Australia |
| New Zealand | England |
| Bangladesh | South Africa |
ICC Champions 2025 Trophy Venues
Pakistan’s rich cricketing history is reflected in the selection of venues for the tournament. Matches will be played across:
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore – Known for its electric atmosphere and modern facilities.
- National Stadium, Karachi – A hub for cricketing excellence in the south.
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium – Renowned for its fast pitches and vibrant crowds.
- Multan Cricket Stadium – A picturesque venue adding diversity to the tournament.
- Dubai Cricket Stadium, Dubai – All the matches on team India will be played At this stadium.
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