Champions Trophy 2025: Tentative match schedule released - India face Pakistan on February 23, 2025

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to begin on February 19, 2025, promising intense cricketing action among the world's top teams. Hosted by Pakistan, the tournament will feature eight teams divided into two groups, with matches held in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. However, due to ICC rulings, all of India's matches are expected to be played in Dubai.

The highly anticipated tournament will feature gripping rivalries, including the much-awaited clash between India and Pakistan. The event will culminate in the grand final on March 9, 2025, with March 10 reserved as a backup day.

Champions Trophy 2025 Groups

According to a report from RevSportz, India and Pakistan are in the same group:

Group A: Pakistan, New Zealand, India, Bangladesh

Group B: South Africa, England, Australia, Afghanistan

The tournament will kick off with Pakistan facing New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi. India will start their campaign against Bangladesh the following day. The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash is scheduled for February 23.

The PCB is currently renovating the stadiums in Pakistan, with work expected to conclude in the coming weeks.

Champions Trophy 2025 Tentative Schedule

Date Time (IST) Venue Match

February 19 2:30 pm Karachi Pakistan vs New Zealand

February 20 2:30 pm Neutral Bangladesh vs India

February 21 2:30 pm Karachi Afghanistan vs South Africa

February 22 2:30 pm Lahore Australia vs England

February 23 2:30 pm Neutral Pakistan vs India

February 24 2:30 pm Rawalpindi Bangladesh vs New Zealand

February 25 2:30 pm Rawalpindi Australia vs South Africa

February 26 2:30 pm Lahore Afghanistan vs England

February 27 2:30 pm Rawalpindi Pakistan vs Bangladesh

February 28 2:30 pm Lahore Afghanistan vs Australia

March 1 2:30 pm Karachi South Africa vs England

March 2 2:30 pm Neutral New Zealand vs India

March 4 2:30 pm Neutral Semi-Final A1 vs B2

March 5 2:30 pm Neutral Semi-Final B1 vs A2

March 9 2:30 pm Neutral Final

March 10 - Neutral Reserve Day

Disclaimer: This is a tentative schedule based on reports. The official schedule may differ. The 'Neutral' venue is tentatively Dubai, pending official confirmation.