ICC Announces Global Champions Trophy Tour 2025
On Saturday, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that the Global Trophy Tour for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 will commence today in Islamabad.
The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy Tour, delivered with DP World, will kick off in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Saturday. The tour will showcase the trophy at iconic sites in the capital city before it begins its global journey. On its first day, the trophy will visit famous landmarks such as Daman-e-Koh, Faisal Mosque, and the Pakistan Monument, accompanied by former international cricketer Shoaib Akhtar.
The visit will launch the international Trophy Tour, where the prestigious silverware will travel to all eight participating nations. It will offer global fans unique experiences through vibrant and dynamic engagements that reflect the event’s new visual identity, returning to the cricket calendar for the first time since 2017. Beginning in Pakistan’s capital and then moving to Abbottabad, Murree, and Karachi during the first leg, the trophy will visit schools, colleges, and iconic landmarks before starting an extensive international tour with a full schedule of activities.
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ICC Official Channels for Champions Trophy Tour Updates
After starting with the 2017 defending champions, the focus will shift to Afghanistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, England, and India. The Trophy Tour will highlight the vibrant cultures of all competing nations. It will include various physical and digital events at iconic locations, sporting events, and important matches in the international cricket calendar. Fans will also enjoy a content series titled ‘Champion on Tour,’ documenting the Trophy Tour’s global journey through food, music, and cricket.
Fans can stay updated on the Trophy Tour with DP World through the ICC’s official channels, including the dedicated Instagram account @icctrophytour. ICC Chief Commercial Officer Anurag Dahiya stated, “We are excited to launch the Trophy Tour with DP World ahead of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy. Fans around the world can look forward to a thrilling lineup of activities. We thank our global partner, DP World, for making the Trophy Tour possible. It promises to deliver memorable experiences as we approach the competition.
ICC Men’s Champions Trophy Events
The ICC stated that the Trophy Tour schedule includes a range of physical and digital engagements at iconic destinations, sporting events, and critical matches in the international cricket calendar. Fans can look forward to a content series titled ‘Champion on Tour,’ which will document the Trophy Tour’s global journey through food, music, and cricket.
Anurag Dahiya, the ICC Chief Commercial Officer, is excited about the event’s launch. He said, “We are thrilled to begin the Trophy Tour with DP World ahead of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy.
Key Dates Of The Trophy Tour
| Date | Trophy Tour |
| November 16 | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| November 17 | Taxila and Khanpur, Pakistan |
| November 18 | Abbottabad, Pakistan |
| November 19 | Murree, Pakistan |
| November 20 – 21 | Nathia Gali, Pakistan |
| November 22 – 25 | Karachi, Pakistan |
| November 26 – 28 | Afghanistan |
| December 10 – 13 | Bangladesh |
| December 15 – 22 | South Africa |
| December 25 – January 5 | Australia |
| January 6 – 11 | New Zealand |
| January 12 – 14 | England |
| January 15 – 26 | India |
| January 27 | Event Start – Pakistan. |
Trophy Tour Kicks Off in Islamabad
After Islamabad, the tour will visit iconic cities and venues in Pakistan, including Karachi, Abbottabad, and Taxila. It will then embark on an extensive international journey, showcasing the vibrant cultures of the competing nations.
PCB Chief Meets England Counterpart
Naqvi met with Richard Thompson from the ECB on Saturday. A statement from the PCB quoted Thompson as extending his best wishes for the Champions Trophy tournament.
“Our best wishes are with Pakistan for the Champions Trophy tournament,” Thompson said. According to the statement, he described the England team’s recent visit to Pakistan for a Test series, which the hosts won 2-1, as impressive.
Thompson also thanked Naqvi for the “excellent hospitality” during the series. Naqvi, who also serves as the interior minister, affirmed that Pakistan was ready for the Champions Trophy, noting that “fool-proof arrangements were being made at all levels” for the event.
According to the PCB’s statement, the chief emphasized that stadiums were being upgraded “in a modern manner” and that guest teams would be provided with a “state guest protocol.
BCCI Strongly Objects to PCB’s Tour Plan
The BCCI has firmly opposed the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) decision to include disputed areas of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), such as Skardu, Hunza, and Muzaffarabad, in the Champions Trophy tour. BCCI sources informed ANI that Secretary Jay Shah quickly condemned the PCB’s actions and called on the ICC to take decisive measures. The PCB’s announcement of the tour, made without prior consultation, has led to the BCCI’s strong objections.
