Champions Trophy 2025: When is India vs Pakistan Match Scheduled in UAE? Know Probable Dates

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, featuring the world's top eight teams, is set to kick off on February 19, with matches played in Pakistan and the UAE under a hybrid hosting model. India's matches, including their much-anticipated clash with Pakistan, will take place at the Dubai International Stadium, chosen as a neutral venue.

The India vs Pakistan match on February 23, a Sunday, promises to be the highlight of the group stage. Both teams, drawn into Group A alongside Bangladesh and New Zealand, will be vying for a spot in the semifinals. Here's a breakdown of India's probable group-stage schedule:

February 20, 2025: India vs Bangladesh in Dubai
February 23, 2025: India vs Pakistan in Dubai
March 2, 2025: India vs New Zealand in Dubai

Champions Trophy 2025 Probable Semi-finals and Final Dates

March 4, 2025: First semifinal (No reserve day)
March 5, 2025: Second semi-final (With reserve day)
March 9, 2025: Final in Lahore (Reserve day: March 10).

If India qualify, these knockout venues may shift to Dubai.

The hybrid hosting model was adopted after the BCCI said they would be sending their players to Pakistan citing security reasons. While Pakistan, the host nation, will stage matches in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi, India's fixtures have been moved to the UAE.

This neutral venue arrangement is part of a broader agreement covering ICC events until 2027, ensuring all India-Pakistan matches take place at neutral locations. The decision was finalized in a meeting between PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and UAE Minister Sheikh Nahyan Al Mubarak.

Champions Trophy 2025 Groups

Group A: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, New Zealand
Group B: Australia, England, South Africa, Afghanistan

The Champions Trophy 2025 promises thrilling cricket, with the world's best teams battling for supremacy. Fans can catch all the action on Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar.