The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to kick off on February 19, with the tournament promising exciting matchups and intense competition according to latest tentative dates revealed on cricket.com.pk. The opening ceremony is likely to take place in Karachi, followed by the first match between host nation Pakistan and New Zealand, also scheduled in Karachi on the same day.
Pakistan will play its second group-stage match against Bangladesh on February 24 in Rawalpindi. A much-anticipated clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India is set for March 1 in Dubai, a fixture that cricket fans worldwide eagerly await.
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India’s journey in the tournament begins on February 20, facing Bangladesh, with their second match against New Zealand on February 23, both matches taking place in Dubai. Meanwhile, the new Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will host its first game on February 22, featuring Australia taking on England.
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Other key group-stage matches include Afghanistan facing England on February 25 at Gaddafi Stadium, followed by Australia versus South Africa on February 26 in Rawalpindi. Bangladesh and New Zealand will clash on February 27 in Lahore, and Afghanistan will meet Australia on February 28 in Rawalpindi. The group stage concludes with a game between South Africa and England on March 2 in Rawalpindi.
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The knockout stages are slated for early March, with the first semi-final scheduled for March 5 and the second on March 6. The final will take place on March 9. Both semi-finals are expected to be hosted in Pakistan. However, if India progresses to the semi-finals or final, these matches will be shifted to Dubai. If India fails to advance, the final will be held in Lahore.
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