The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Trophy Tour continues to generate excitement among cricket fans worldwide. The tour recently concluded its England leg, captivating fans and building anticipation for the tournament’s ninth edition, which is scheduled to take place in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9, 2025.
A highlight of the England leg was the trophy’s return to The Oval, the venue of the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy final, where Pakistan emerged victorious. The iconic setting brought back memories of the historic match and set the stage for Jamie Smith, England’s wicket-keeper, to share his thoughts on competing in the upcoming tournament. Set to feature in his first Champions Trophy, Smith expressed his excitement about traveling to Pakistan and England’s ambitions for the event.
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The prestigious trophy also visited some of London’s most famous landmarks, including Tower Bridge, Big Ben, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, and Borough Market. The tour not only celebrated the global heritage of cricket but also showcased England’s vibrant cultural landmarks, connecting fans with the spirit of the game.
The England leg followed successful stops in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Each destination has played a key role in fostering excitement for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, making the trophy tour a truly global celebration of cricket.
The next stop is India, where the trophy will be showcased at iconic locations in Mumbai, Bangalore, and beyond, along with engaging activities for fans. The tour aims to bring the tournament to life across all eight participating nations, building momentum as the event draws nearer.
As the tour moves to India, preparations for the Champions Trophy are in full swing. Earlier, Indian captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member squad for the tournament and the ODI series against England. The announcement further heightened the excitement among Indian cricket fans as the team gears up for the prestigious event.
India squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja.
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