What is champion trophy in cricket:
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The ICC Champions Trophy is the one of the most prestigious cricket tournaments organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Often referred to as the "Mini World Cup," this tournament features the top eight cricketing nations based on the ICC ODI rankings. Like India, Australia, England,and South Africa ect. It is known for its fast-paced format, with fewer matches compared to the ICC Cricket World Cup, making it an exciting competition for cricket fans worldwide.
History of the Champions Trophy:
The tournament was introduced first time in 1998 as the ICC KnockOut Trophy. Over the years, it has undergone several changes in format and name, eventually being called the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002. It is a platform where teams battle for supremacy in One Day International (ODI) cricket. The event is held every four years, adding to its significance and allure.
Champions Trophy 2025:
The upcoming ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to take place from February 19 to March 9, 2025. This edition of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan, marking the return of ICC events to the country after decades. Due to political tensions, some teams, including India, will play their matches in a neutral venue, Dubai.
The tournament features 15 matches, with the eight teams divided into two groups. The top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals, culminating in a grand finale. Cricket fans can expect high-intensity matches as the world’s best teams compete for the coveted trophy.
The ICC Champions Trophy continues to be a celebration of cricket, showcasing talent, skill, and sportsmanship on a global stage. Make sure to follow the action as the best teams in the world clash for glory in 2025!
INDIAN CRICKET TEAM
The Indian cricket team has finalized its squad for the 2025 ODI series with England and the 2025 Champions Trophy, Rohit Sharma will be the captain of this team and Shubman Gill will be the vice-captain and the complete team list is given below.
Squad for English odi series:
Rohit Sharma (c),
Virat Kohli,
Shubman Gill (vc)
Shreyas Iyer,
KL Rahul,
Hardik Pandya,
Axar Patel,
Washington Sundar,
Kuldeep Yadav,
Jasprit Bumrah,
Mohammed Shami,
Arshdeep Singh,
Yashasvi Jaiswal,
Rishabh Pant,
Ravindra Jadeja,
Harshit Rana (England ODIs only).
ICT (Indian cricket team) squad for champions trophy
The squad is the same but the only change is that Harshit Rana will play only the ODI series.
Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill (vc), Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja,
champions trophy schedule for india
India is placed in Group (A) alongside
New Zealand,
Bangladesh
Pakistan
And In the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, Group (B) comprises the following teams:
Afghanistan
Australia
England
South Africa
Here is India's group stage schedule:
February 20, 2025: India vs. Bangladesh at Dubai International Cricket Stadium,
February 23, 2025: India vs. Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium,
February 27, 2025: India vs. New Zealand at Dubai International Cricket Stadium,
• The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.
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• and If India qualifies for the semi-finals or final, those matches will also be held in Dubai.
Dubai international cricket stadium
