KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that tickets for the highly-anticipated ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 will go on sale from Tuesday, January 28, at 14:00 PST. This marks a historic return of global cricket to Pakistan since the country last hosted a major ICC tournament in 1996.
Tournament Overview
The Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off with Pakistan facing New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi. Spanning from February 19 to March 9, the tournament includes matches in Pakistan’s newly-renovated stadiums, with India’s fixtures taking place in the UAE.
Ticket Details
Fans can now secure tickets to witness the action live. Prices vary across seating categories:
- General Stand: Rs1,000
- Premium Seating: Rs1,500 and above
Tickets will be available for purchase via the official PCB online platform and over 100 designated TCS Express centres across Pakistan starting February 3.
Key Dates for Ticket Sales:
- India’s Matches (in Dubai): Tickets to be announced soon.
- Final Match (March 9): Tickets will go on sale after the first semi-final concludes in Dubai.
Exclusive Early Access
ICC family members and registered fans are already enjoying a two-hour priority window to purchase tickets.
Official Statements
Anurag Dahiya, ICC Chief Commercial Officer, expressed excitement over Pakistan hosting its first global cricket event in nearly three decades.
“The Champions Trophy will showcase thrilling cricket, featuring the world’s top teams competing for the prestigious trophy. Fans should grab their tickets quickly to be part of this historic event.”
Tournament Director Sumair Ahmad Syed highlighted efforts to make tickets affordable and accessible to fans from all walks of life:
“We want this to be a celebration for all generations of cricket lovers. Tickets have been made affordable and are available through official platforms to ensure an easy and smooth experience.”
What to Expect
With a lineup of 10 matches in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi, and India’s matches hosted in Dubai, the tournament promises an unforgettable cricketing spectacle. Pakistan will also look to defend its 2017 title, where they triumphed over India in a historic final.
Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid missing out on the excitement of this milestone event. Let the cricketing celebrations begin!