The International Cricket Council also known as ICC, organizes big cricket tournaments almost every year, for men’s, women, under 19, and so on multination competitions. where teams from different countries play against each other. After eight years, the ICC is bringing back another exciting tournament called the Champions Trophy. The last time it was played was in 2017, when Pakistan won by defeating India in the final match. The Champions Trophy is a major event where teams from around the world compete for the title. Here we will get to know about the list of nations who will compete for glory.
Which Teams Will Play in the Champions Trophy 2025?
The Champions Trophy 2025 will have the top 8 teams in the world. These teams are chosen based on their rankings in One Day International (ODI) cricket. Here are the teams that will compete for glory:
Afghanistan Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- Afghanistan cricket team: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Ikram Alikhil, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Farid Malik, Naveed Zadran.
Australia Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- Australia cricket team: Steve Smith (c), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa.
Bangladesh Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- Bangladesh cricket team: Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mohammad Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossai Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana.
England Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- England cricket team: Jos Buttler (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Rehan Ahmed, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood.
India Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- India cricket team: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakaravarthy.
New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- New Zealand cricket team: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young, Jacob Duffy.
Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- Pakistan cricket team: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Babar Azam, Imam-ul-Haq, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha, Usman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi.
South Africa Champions Trophy 2025 squad
- South Africa cricket team: Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosch.
Why is the Champions Trophy 2025 Special?
There are many factors which makes this tournament special. Fans have been waiting for the ICC CT from the past 8 years. It will have top teams, top players, and exciting nail-biting matches played. Every game is important for teams, and the competition is tough.
Where Will the Champions Trophy 2025 Be Played?
The tournament will be played in Pakistan and UAE. Pakistan will host the event, and Indian cricket team will play all its games in Dubai cricket stadium. The matches are scheduled in the following cities and stadiums:
| Country | City | Stadium |
| Pakistan | Lahore | Gaddafi Stadium |
| Pakistan | Karachi | National Stadium |
| Pakistan | Rawalpindi | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| UAE | Dubai | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
India’s matches, including potential semi-final and final games, will be held in Dubai. Other matches will take place in the Pakistani cities mentioned above.
Cricket fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Here, in this multi nation ICC tournament you will see amazing matches, lower ranking teams winning the matches, intense rivalries, and top-class cricket action for fans. Stay tuned for more updates on teams, squads, and player performances. For more details, visit 96.com and check out IPL betting tips, app, and expert opinions for free.