With not many days left until the Champions Trophy, uncertainties regarding the venue still remain. The hosting rights for CT 2025 were awarded to Pakistan three years ago, and they have already planned their venues. However, in the last few moments, it has come to light that India has refused to travel to Pakistan, possibly due to the political tension between both countries. The BCCI’s stance is to hold the tournament in a hybrid setup. On the other hand, the Pakistan Cricket Board is not at all ready for the hybrid model. Amidst all this, important news has emerged that might offer some clarity.
Will Champions Trophy 2025 be held in Pakistan?
According to a recent report by ESPN Cricinfo, The ICC is working on finalising a perfect plan for the Champions Trophy, including where and how the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be played. The meeting is expected to be virtual, and a decision is anticipated after the ICC board reaches a conclusion. For now, nothing is fully confirmed, and everything remains tentative, from the schedule to the venues.
Champions Trophy 2025 schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 19 February 2025 | Pakistan vs New Zealand | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 20 February 2025 | Bangladesh vs India | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 23 February 2025 | India vs New Zealand | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 24 February 2025 | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 27 February 2025 | New Zealand vs Bangladesh | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 1 March 2025 | Pakistan vs India | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 21 February 2025 | Afghanistan vs South Africa | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 22 February 2025 | Australia vs England | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 25 February 2025 | South Africa vs England | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 26 February 2025 | Australia vs Afghanistan | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 28 February 2025 | South Africa vs Australia | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 2 March 2025 | England vs Afghanistan | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 5 March 2025 | Semi-final 1 | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 6 March 2025 | Semi-final 2 | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 9 March 2025 | Final | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
Champions Trophy venue
| City | Matches | Stadium | Capacity |
| Karachi | 3 | National Stadium, Karachi | 34,238 |
| Lahore | 7 | Gaddafi Stadium | 27,000 |
| Rawalpindi | 5 | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | 15,000 |
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