CT 2025 schedule: Lahore to host 7-8 games

Pakistan emerged victorious against India in the final of the Champions Trophy in 2017, setting the stage for their next highly anticipated clash. As the two cricketing giants concluded a fiercely contested match in New York recently, fans eagerly await their next encounter, which is slated to take place in the Champions Trophy in March 2025. However, there is a possibility that the arch-rivals might face off in the knockout stages of the ongoing Twenty20 World Cup in the Caribbean this month.

Cricbuzz has obtained information that the draft schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy has been presented to the International Cricket Council (ICC), with the India-Pakistan match scheduled to be the final league game in the eight-team tournament, which is set to run from February 19 to March 9. Although the exact dates are yet to be finalized, Lahore has been earmarked as the venue for the highly anticipated match.

While Lahore has been chosen as the primary venue for the competition, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has also identified Karachi and Rawalpindi as potential host cities for the tournament. With seven matches slated for Lahore, five for Rawalpindi, and three for Karachi, the cricketing extravaganza promises to be a thrilling affair for fans worldwide.

Although there have been discussions about a potential hybrid model similar to the one used during the Asia Cup last year, where UAE served as the venue for India’s matches, the PCB is reportedly proceeding with preparations for the tournament in Pakistan. While the situation may evolve, all eyes are on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Government of India for their decision on playing in Pakistan.

As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the showdown between India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy, the anticipation and excitement surrounding the match continue to grow, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of the sport.