Champions Trophy 2025 Key Features:

Group A:

• Pakistan
• India
• New Zealand
• Banglades

Group B:

• Australia
• England
• South Africa
• Afghanistan

Tournament Overview:

• Hosts: Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Format: 50-over ODI matches
• Participating Teams:
  • Group A: Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh
  • Group B: South Africa, Australia, England, Afghanistan

Hosting Arrangements:

Pakistan served as the primary host, with matches scheduled in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Due to security considerations, India played all its matches in the UAE. Notably, if India progressed to the final, the match would be relocated to Dubai.

Tournament Outcome:

India emerged victorious, clinching the Champions Trophy by defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 9, 2025. Skipper Rohit Sharma led the chase with a top score of 76 runs, guiding India to successfully pursue the 252-run target with an over to spare.