Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi vowed on Tuesday to welcome the international teams to Pakistan for the forthcoming Champions Trophy with verve.
In a statement, Naqvi dubbed hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as a "significant milestone". He said: "The tournament will promise a memorable experience for the players, officials, and fans."
He expressed Pakistan’s enthusiasm to welcome the cricketing world to the event. Naqvi said: "Pakistan will look forward to showcase its renowned hospitality."
"It is a matter of delight that the matters pertaining to the Champions Trophy had been resolved in a good fashion," said Naqvi.
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The ICC has announced the fixtures and groupings for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to begin on February 19 in Karachi and conclude on March 9. The tournament will feature eight teams, 15 matches, and will be hosted across Pakistan and Dubai.
In Pakistan, the matches will be held at three venues: Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Karachi, each hosting three group games. Lahore is set to host the second semi-final and the final on March 9, unless India qualifies, in which case the final will be played in Dubai. Both semi-finals and the final will include reserve days.
