ICC Champions trophy to kick-start? Here's everything you need to know

 The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to begin on February 19, with hosts Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi. India, led by Rohit Sharma, will open their campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh. The tournament, which runs until March 9, is the first major international cricket event hosted by Pakistan in nearly 30 years.

Champions trophy 2025 kicks off in Karachi 

The much-awaited ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is just around the corner. Set to begin on Wednesday, February 19, the tournament will witness hosts Pakistan face off against New Zealand in the opening clash at Karachi. This tournament, considered one of the most prestigious in limited-overs cricket, will run until March 9, 2025. The Champions Trophy is a vital tournament in the cricketing calendar, second only to the World Cup in terms of prestige.

This edition is especially exciting as it marks Pakistan's first time hosting a major international cricket event in almost 30 years. Team India, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, will begin their Champions Trophy campaign on Thursday, February 20, against Bangladesh. With the tournament featuring top cricketing nations, this edition promises to be action-packed and competitive.

Full Schedule:

February 19: Pakistan vs. New Zealand (Karachi)
February 20: India vs. Bangladesh (Karachi)
February 21: Sri Lanka vs. South Africa (Lahore)
February 22: England vs. Australia (Lahore)
The telecast of the tournament will be available on major sports networks, with live streaming accessible on official digital platforms. Cricket fans across the globe are eagerly awaiting the start of this exciting tournament that showcases the best of one-day international cricket.