ICC Champions Trophy Arrives in Islamabad Ahead of 2025 Tournament
The ICC Champions Trophy made its way to Islamabad on Thursday after touring various parts of Pakistan. The much-awaited trophy was displayed at a local mall in the federal capital, where cricket enthusiasts gathered to catch a glimpse of the prestigious prize, greeting it with great enthusiasm.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to kick off on February 19, with hosts Pakistan taking on New Zealand in what promises to be an exciting clash. Pakistan will be aiming to defend the title they claimed in 2017, when star players like Fakhar Zaman, Faheem Ashraf, Shadab Khan, and Hasan Ali showcased their exceptional skills to help Pakistan emerge victorious in the tournament held in England.
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In addition, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the list of match officials for the 2025 Champions Trophy:
Umpires:
- Kumar Dharmasena
- Chris Gaffaney
- Michael Gough
- Adrian Holdstock
- Richard Illingworth
- Richard Kettleborough
- Ahsan Raza
- Paul Reiffel
- Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid
- Rodney Tucker
- Alex Wharf
- Joel Wilson
Match Referees:
- David Boon
- Ranjan Madugalle
- Andrew Pycroft
With the excitement building, cricket fans are eagerly anticipating the action that the tournament will bring. Stay tuned for more updates as the countdown to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 continues!
