The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 will take place in Pakistan beginning February 19th, featuring eight teams divided into two groups. Defending champions Pakistan aim to retain their title against strong competition including India, New Zealand, and Afghanistan. The tournament format includes a group stage followed by semi-finals, making it a highly competitive event.
The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to commence on February 19th, marking its return after an eight-year absence. Pakistan, as the host nation and defending champion, will compete against seven top international teams in a bid to retain their title. The participating teams are divided into two groups, with each team playing three matches in the group stage; the two leading teams from each group will proceed to the semi-finals.
Group A comprises Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and New Zealand, while Group B includes Afghanistan, England, Australia, and South Africa. The tournament will kick off with Pakistan facing New Zealand in Karachi. Currently, India and Pakistan have yet to announce their squads, creating an air of suspense as fans await their selections.
Group A Teams:
• India: To be announced
• Bangladesh: Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, MD Mahmud Ullah, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossai Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana
• New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young
• Pakistan: To be announced
Group B Teams:
• Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Ikram Alikhil, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Farid Malik, Naveed Zadran (Reserves: Darwish Rasooli, Nangyal Kharoti, Bilal Sami)
• England: Jos Buttler (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood
• Australia: To be announced
• South Africa: To be announced
The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is a prestigious ODI tournament that showcases some of the best national cricket teams globally. First launched in 1998, the tournament was traditionally held every two to four years until its last edition in 2017. Following an eight-year gap, the 2025 tournament returns to engage cricket fans in Pakistan, reflecting the importance of the event not only for the host nation but also for international cricket. The group-stage format allows for a competitive structure where teams aim to qualify for the semi-finals based on their performances.
In conclusion, the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 is eagerly anticipated, as cricketing powerhouses gear up to challenge for the title in Pakistan. With exciting matchups expected in both groups, fans look forward to thrilling competitions and the announcement of key squads. This tournament promises to reignite enthusiasm for international cricket following a prolonged hiatus.
Original Source: www.icc-cricket.com
