The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is an important cricket tournament with the world’s top eight One Day International (ODI) teams. The 2025 edition will take place from February 19 to March 9, with matches in both Pakistan and Dubai. India’s matches are scheduled in Dubai due to security concerns regarding travel to Pakistan. India is placed in Group A, alongside Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh. India’s group stage matches are as follows:
- India vs Bangladesh on February 20
- India vs Pakistan on February 23
- India vs New Zealand on March 2
This blog provides a guide to buying tickets for India’s Dubai matches, along with pricing and important details.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is a major ODI cricket tournament that will be held from February 19 to March 9, 2025. It is the ninth edition of the tournament, returning after an eight-year break since the last event in 2017. The tournament will be co-hosted by Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Due to security concerns about traveling to Pakistan, India’s matches will be held in Dubai.
The tournament includes eight teams divided into two groups of four. Each team will play against others in their group, and the top two teams from each group will move on to the semi-finals. The final is scheduled for Lahore, but if India does not qualify, the final will be moved to Dubai.
Groups for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
- Group A: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, New Zealand
- Group B: Afghanistan, Australia, England, South Africa
India’s Matches in Dubai
Due to security concerns regarding travel to Pakistan, India’s matches will take place in Dubai at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India’s schedule for the group stage is as follows:
- India vs Bangladesh
Date: February 20, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM IST
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai - India vs Pakistan
Date: February 23, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM IST
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai - India vs New Zealand
Date: March 2, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM IST
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
If India qualifies for the knockout stage, they will play the semi-final on March 4, 2025, and the final on March 9, 2025. If India does not qualify, the final will be held in Dubai instead of Lahore.
How to Buy Tickets for India’s Dubai Matches?
Tickets for India’s matches in Dubai can be purchased online. Follow these steps to buy tickets:
Ticket Sales Information:
- Sales Start Date: Tickets went on sale on February 3, 2025, at 5:30 PM IST (4:00 PM GST).
- Ticket Prices: Prices for general stand tickets start at AED 125 (approximately ₹2,900).
How to Purchase Tickets Online:
- Visit the Official Ticketing Website: Go to the ICC Champions Trophy Ticketing Page.
- Select ‘Dubai Hosted Matches’: Find the section for matches in Dubai.
- Choose Your Match: Select the match you want to attend. India’s matches include:
- India vs Bangladesh
- India vs Pakistan
- India vs New Zealand
- Enter Required Details:
- For foreign travelers, enter your passport number.
- Select the number of tickets (up to four tickets per match).
- Select Seats: Choose your preferred seating.
- Provide Contact Information: Fill in your contact details for ticket confirmation.
- Payment: Complete the payment using your preferred method.
- Confirmation: After completing the transaction, you will receive a booking confirmation via email.
Important Notes:
- Tickets for the final will be available after the first semi-final on March 4, 2025, if India qualifies.
- Ensure you buy tickets from official sources to avoid counterfeit tickets.