ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Full Schedule, Squad And Timings
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to bring back thrilling ODI cricket as the world’s top eight teams compete for the prestigious title. Hosted in Pakistan and the UAE, the tournament will feature intense group-stage battles, leading to high-stakes knockout matches. Fans can expect exhilarating contests, with teams showcasing their best players on iconic cricketing venues.
Here’s the complete ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule, including match details, venues, and timings.
Men’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 – Teams & Squads
| Team List | ICC Champions Trophy Player List |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | Mohammad Rizwan (C), Abrar Ahmed, Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Kamran Ghulam, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, Saud Shakeel, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Tayyab Tahir, Usman Khan |
| New Zealand | Mitchell Santner (C), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young |
| Bangladesh | Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Jaker Ali, Mahmudullah, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, Nasum Ahmed, Parvez Hossain Emon, Rishad Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Towhid Hridoy |
| India | Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant, Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar |
| Afghanistan | Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Rahmat Shah (VC), Azmatullah Omarzai, Fareed Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Gulbadin Naib, Ibrahim Zadran, Ikram Alikhil, Mohammad Nabi, Nangeyalia Kharote, Naveed Zadran, Noor Ahmad, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan, Sediqullah Atal |
| South Africa | Temba Bavuma (C), Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen |
| Australia | Steven Smith (C), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa |
| England | Jos Buttler (C), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, Mark Wood |
Men’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Full Schedule
| Match Details | Date and Day | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A | Feb 19, Wed | 02:30 PM IST | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A | Feb 20, Thu | 02:30 PM IST | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B | Feb 21, Fri | 02:30 PM IST | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B | Feb 22, Sat | 02:30 PM IST | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A | Feb 23, Sun | 02:30 PM IST | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A | Feb 24, Mon | 02:30 PM IST | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B | Feb 25, Tue | 02:30 PM IST | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B | Feb 26, Wed | 02:30 PM IST | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A | Feb 27, Thu | 02:30 PM IST | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B | Feb 28, Fri | 02:30 PM IST | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B | Mar 01, Sat | 2:30 PM IST | National Stadium, Karachi |
| New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A | Mar 02, Sun | 02:30 PM IST | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 1st Semi-Final (A1 vs B2) | Mar 04, Tue | 02:30 PM IST | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 2nd Semi-Final (B1 vs A2) | Mar 05, Wed | 02:30 PM IST | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Final | Mar 09, Sun | 3:00 PM IST | TBC |
Key Venues for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The tournament will be played across four historic venues in Pakistan and the UAE, each offering unique conditions that will test the adaptability of the teams.
- National Stadium, Karachi – Known for its flat wickets favoring batters but with some assistance for spinners later in the game.
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore – A venue with balanced conditions, providing support for both pacers and spinners.
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi – Offers a lively pitch, making it a paradise for fast bowlers.
- Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai – A neutral ground with slow pitches favoring spin bowling and tactical play.
Teams and Key Players to Watch Out For
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will feature the top eight cricketing nations, each bringing world-class talent to the tournament.
- India: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah
- Pakistan: Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan
- Australia: David Warner, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Marsh
- England: Jos Buttler, Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer
- South Africa: Quinton de Kock, Kagiso Rabada, Aiden Markram
- New Zealand: Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Devon Conway
- Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, Mustafizur Rahman
- Afghanistan: Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Conclusion
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be one of the most exciting tournaments of the year, with top teams battling for supremacy in ODI cricket. From high-octane group-stage clashes to intense knockouts, every match will be a must-watch.
Cricket fans can expect explosive batting performances, strategic bowling duels, and thrilling finishes as teams aim to lift the coveted trophy. With matches played at iconic venues, this tournament will be a true spectacle for cricket lovers worldwide.
Stay tuned for match previews, predictions, and fantasy cricket tips throughout the tournament!
FAQ’s ?
The tournament begins on February 19, 2025, with Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi.
The final is scheduled for March 9, 2025, with the venue yet to be confirmed.
Eight teams will compete:
- India,
- Pakistan,
- Australia,
- England,
- South Africa,
- New Zealand,
- Bangladesh,
- and Afghanistan.
The matches will be played at :
- National Stadium (Karachi),
- Gaddafi Stadium (Lahore),
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (Rawalpindi),
- and Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai)