The touring party includes players, coaching staff, and support personnel, with head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Robert Key also making the trip. Their arrival marks the start of preparations for the highly anticipated tournament, which will take place across multiple cities in Pakistan.
The Champions Trophy, running from February 19 to March 9, will feature eight teams competing across four venues: Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Dubai. England has been placed in Group B alongside South Africa, Afghanistan, and Australia.
England will open their campaign with a blockbuster clash against Australia on February 22 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. They will then face Afghanistan on February 26, also in Lahore, before wrapping up the group stage against South Africa on March 1 at Karachi’s National Stadium.
The team heads into the tournament eager to bounce back after a disappointing tour of India, where they struggled in both the T20I and ODI series. Despite recent setbacks, England boasts a squad filled with talent and experience. Key players like Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, and Joe Root will be crucial to their success as they aim to challenge for the title.
England’s squad features a strong mix of experienced campaigners and rising stars. Alongside Buttler, the lineup includes Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, and Ben Duckett. The bowling attack is reinforced by Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, and Mark Wood, while Joe Root, Liam Livingstone, and Saqib Mahmood add depth to both batting and bowling. Phil Salt, known for his aggressive batting style, rounds out the squad.
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England’s Group Stage Fixtures for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
- February 22: vs. Australia – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- February 26: vs. Afghanistan – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- March 1: vs. South Africa – National Bank Stadium, Karachi
Meanwhile, the Australian cricket team also touched down in Lahore ahead of the tournament. Their squad arrived in two separate groups—one including captain Steve Smith, coaches, and support staff, while the second, consisting of 15 players and additional staff, followed the same route via Colombo and Dubai.
With the tournament just around the corner, teams are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting and competitive Champions Trophy.
