DUBAI: The highly anticipated ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 is almost upon us, with ticket sales officially underway for the much-awaited tournament, set to take place from February 19 to March 9, 2025.
Cricket fans can now purchase tickets for all group-stage matches held in Pakistan and Dubai, including the semi-finals and final, marking the beginning of an electrifying 19-day cricketing spectacle.
Champions Trophy 2025 tickets
Tickets are available for matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with general stand prices starting from Dh125. Those eager to catch the action live can also secure their seats for the group-stage games set to unfold across Pakistan in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. The sales for these matches commenced late last month, while the much-awaited semi-finals in Dubai are already attracting a lot of attention.
For those who prefer a more personal touch, physical tickets are also being sold at 108 TCS centres across 26 cities in Pakistan. The hybrid model for the tournament will see India playing all their group-stage matches in Dubai, while the remaining games will be hosted in Pakistan.
India vs Pakistan showdown
Cricket fans from around the world flocked to purchase tickets for one of the biggest clashes in the sport, the India-Pakistan match, which is scheduled to take place on February 23, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. In a stunning turn of events, the tickets for this match sold out in just over an hour.
When ticket sales opened at 4pm on Monday, the online queue quickly built up, with over 140,000 fans eagerly awaiting the chance to secure their place for this thrilling contest. After just four minutes, the waiting time for tickets exceeded an hour.
The long-standing rivalry between India and Pakistan has transcended generations, with their matchups often proving to be more than just a game of cricket. The history of these encounters dates back to the 1980s when the CBFS (Cricketers Benefit Fund Series) saw these two nations face off in high-stakes matches. The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has hosted multiple India-Pakistan games, including two One-Day Internationals (ODIs) during the 2018 Asia Cup, both of which India won. However, in T20I encounters at the same venue, Pakistan holds a slight edge with a 2-1 record.
Semi-Final tickets and final release
While the India-Pakistan match stole the spotlight, other high-profile games are drawing attention too. Tickets for the first semi-final, scheduled for March 4, 2025, in Dubai, also sold out within hours of the sale opening. The second semi-final, set for March 5 in Lahore, has seen a similar rush for tickets. Fans are eagerly anticipating these knockout rounds, as they will determine who will battle for the coveted Champions Trophy in the final.
Tickets for the final match, which will take place on March 9, will be made available after the conclusion of the first semi-final. This is expected to trigger another wave of excitement, with cricket fans keen to witness the grand finale of this prestigious tournament. The final will either be held in Dubai or Lahore, depending on the results of the semi-finals.
Champions Trophy 2025: Schedule
With Pakistan hosting the tournament in a hybrid format due to travel restrictions for the Indian team, the tournament will feature 15 thrilling matches over the span of 19 days. Each match will play a crucial role in the race for the coveted Champions Trophy, with every team vying for the prestigious white jackets. India’s Group A fixtures include games against Bangladesh (February 20), Pakistan (February 23), and New Zealand (March 2).
As the event draws closer, the excitement continues to build, and fans are urged to secure their tickets as soon as possible to be part of the action.