Lahore: The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 silverware has returned to Pakistan after completing its world tour across the eight participating nations.
Trophy Tour in Pakistan
- The trophy will now embark on a second tour across major cities, including:
Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur, Sargodha, and Sheikhupura until February 15. - It will also be showcased during the opening ceremonies at:
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (February 7)
- National Stadium, Karachi (February 11)
The trophy previously toured Karachi, Islamabad, Murree, Nithia Gali, Taxila, and Abbottabad in November 2024, but did not visit Lahore at the time.
Tournament Overview
- Dates: February 19 – March 9, 2025
- Venues: Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi (Pakistan) & Dubai (UAE)
- Total Matches: 15
Group Stage Draw
- Group A: Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh
- Group B: Afghanistan, South Africa, England, Australia
Key Matches & Locations
- Opening Match: Pakistan vs. New Zealand – February 19, Karachi
- Pakistan vs. India: February 23, Dubai
- Total Matches in Pakistan: 10
- Matches in Dubai: 4, including India’s group-stage matches and the first semi-final.
- Final Match: Lahore, but if India qualifies, it will be moved to Dubai.
A reserve day has been allocated for the final to account for potential weather disruptions.
The Champions Trophy 2025 marks a significant moment for Pakistan’s cricketing landscape, as the country prepares to host a major ICC event after years of limited international tournaments on home soil.