The highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy is set to return in 2025, with Pakistan as the host nation. The proposed schedule, revealed last Sunday, outlines a thrilling tournament featuring the top eight teams from the 2024 ODI World Cup.
As per the proposed schedule, the tournament will be held across three Pakistani cities: Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Lahore, from February 19th to March 9th. Divided into two groups, the top two teams from each will battle it out for a chance to be crowned champion.
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand will face off in Group A, while Group B features England, South Africa, Australia, and Afghanistan. Cricket enthusiasts are particularly excited about the much-awaited clash between India and Pakistan on March 1st in Lahore.
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While all member countries have confirmed their participation with the ICC, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is yet to make a final decision, pending consultation with the government.
This tournament marks the return of the Champions Trophy after an eight-year hiatus, with Pakistan aiming to defend their title from the 2017 victory.
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