The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is almost here, and cricket fans around the world are eagerly waiting for the action. This year’s tournament will be hosted by Pakistan, with a unique twist: India’s matches will be held in Dubai due to a hybrid model arrangement. Here’s everything you need to know about how and where to watch the Champions Trophy 2025 live.
Tournament Overview
The 2025 ICC Men’s Champions Trophy kicks off on February 19, with the opening match between Pakistan and New Zealand at Karachi’s National Stadium. As always, the tournament will feature some of the best teams in world cricket, including India, Pakistan, Australia, South Africa, and more. Fans across the globe will be able to enjoy live coverage, thanks to a wide range of broadcasters.
Group Stage Lineup
- Group A: India, Pakistan, New Zealand, Bangladesh
India starts its campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. - Group B: Australia, South Africa, England, Afghanistan
The group stage promises thrilling matches, with key matchups between old rivals like India vs. Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai.
How to Watch Champions Trophy 2025 Live
Indian viewers can catch all the live action on the Star Sports network. The tournament will be available on both Star and Network18 TV channels for linear broadcast. If you prefer to watch online, streaming will be available on JioCinema (formerly Jio Hotstar). This ensures cricket fans can follow the tournament no matter where they are.
For international viewers, different broadcasters in various regions will carry the matches. You can check your local listings to find the right channel for your area.
Global Broadcast and Streaming
Cricket fans in over 80 territories can watch all 15 matches live. ICC.tv provides streaming in select regions, along with free audio commentary via the ICC match centre. Ball-by-ball updates are available on icc-cricket.com.
Regional Broadcast Details
India: Live Streaming and TV Coverage
Indian viewers can stream matches on JioHotstar, which offers 16 language options, including English, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, and Telugu. Television coverage is available on Star Sports and Sports18, ensuring wide accessibility.
Pakistan and UAE: Host Nation Access
In Pakistan, PTV and Ten Sports provide live TV coverage. Digital streaming is available on the Myco and Tamasha apps.
Viewers in the UAE and MENA region can watch on CricLife MAX and CricLife MAX2 or stream via STARZPLAY.
United Kingdom: Sky Sports Coverage
UK fans can watch on Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, and Sky Sports Action. Digital streaming is available via SkyGo, NOW, and the Sky Sports App. BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra offers live match commentary.
North America: WillowTV Access
Fans in the USA and Canada can watch live on WillowTV. The Willow by Cricbuzz app offers Hindi commentary for a multilingual experience.
Caribbean: ESPN Caribbean Broadcast
Viewers in the Caribbean can follow the tournament on ESPN Caribbean, with digital streaming available via the ESPN Play Caribbean app.
Australia and New Zealand: Exclusive Coverage
Amazon Prime Video holds exclusive rights in Australia, while Sky Sport NZ provides coverage in New Zealand. Streaming options include Sky Sport Now and SkyGo.
South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport Access
Fans across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa can watch live on SuperSport. Streaming is available through the SuperSport App.
Bangladesh: TV and Streaming Options
Bangladeshi viewers can watch on Nagorik TV and T Sports, with digital streaming available on the Toffee app.
Afghanistan and Sri Lanka: Local Access
ATN broadcasts matches in Afghanistan, while Maharaja TV airs the tournament on TV1 in Sri Lanka. Digital streaming is available via Sirasa.
Broadcast Details (TV) for Champions Trophy 2025
| Licensee | Territories | Linear Channels | App |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disney Star | India+ (also available in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives) | Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar | Disney+Hotstar |
| PTV | Pakistan | PTV Sports | Myco |
| Ten Sports | Pakistan | Ten Sports | Tamasha |
| TSM | Bangladesh | Nagorik TV, T Sports | Toffee |
| E& | MENA | CricLife Max | StarzON, StarzPlay |
| Sky Sports | UK & Northern Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Sports |
| SuperSport | Sub-Saharan Africa | SS Cricket | SuperSport, DSTV |
| Willow | USA & Canada | Willow TV (USA & Canada), Willow Xtra (USA only) | Willow TV, CricBuzz |
| ESPN Caribbean | Caribbean Islands | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| Amazon | Australia | – | Prime Video |
| Sky TV NZ | New Zealand | Sky Sport 1, Sky Sport 3 | Sky Sport Now, Sky Go |
| Maharaja TV | Sri Lanka | TV1 | icc.tv |
| Ariana TV | Afghanistan | ATN | icc.tv |
| PNG Digicel | Papua New Guinea | TVWAN Action | icc.tv |
| ICC | ROW (Rest of the World) | – | icc.tv |
Broadcast Details (Radio) for Champions Trophy 2025
For audio updates, fans can listen to:
- United Kingdom: BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra
- India: All India Radio
- Pakistan: HUM 106.2FM
- UAE: Talk 100.3FM, Big 106.2
- Bangladesh: Radio Shadhin 92.4, Radio Bhumi 92.8
- Sri Lanka: Lakhanda Radio
Match Schedule
Here’s the full schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
- Feb 19, Wed
Pakistan vs New Zealand – Group A
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 20, Thu
Bangladesh vs India – Group A
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 21, Fri
Afghanistan vs South Africa – Group B
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 22, Sat
Australia vs England – Group B
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 23, Sun
Pakistan vs India – Group A
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 24, Mon
Bangladesh vs New Zealand – Group A
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 25, Tue
Australia vs South Africa – Group B
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 26, Wed
Afghanistan vs England – Group B
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 27, Thu
Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Group A
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Feb 28, Fri
Afghanistan vs Australia – Group B
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Mar 01, Sat
South Africa vs England – Group B
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Mar 02, Sun
New Zealand vs India – Group A
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Mar 04, Tue
1st Semi-Final – (A1 vs B2)
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Mar 05, Wed
2nd Semi-Final – (B1 vs A2)
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | Time: 2:30 PM IST - Mar 09, Sun
Final
Time: 2:30 PM IST