As Pakistan gears up to host the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, excitement is building. And what’s a major tournament without a fresh new kit? As a part of the Champions Trophy 2025 buzz the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) displayed their official national team jersey at the newly renovated Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
All the key information regarding this enthralling reveal will be explained to you now.
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A Grand Unveiling in Lahore
All players from Pakistan’s cricket team displayed the new jersey to the enthusiastic crowd at Gaddafi Stadium. The PCB executed an attractive promotional video that spotlighted national team members Mohammad Rizwan alongside Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Design Deconstructed: A Fusion of Green
So, what does the new jersey look like? It’s a striking combination of light and dark green – a classic Pakistan color scheme with a modern twist. Picture this: a dark green lower section beautifully contrasted by a light green T-shirt.
And of course, no Pakistan jersey is complete without the country’s name boldly printed across the chest. A green crescent sits proudly on the left, balanced by the Champions Trophy emblem on the right.
Supporters now have the chance to own the exact jersey that their admired players wear. You can buy the official jersey through the online shopping section.
The Champions Trophy 2025 will run from February 19th to March 9th as both Pakistan and the UAE function as co-hosts.
The Pakistani team will play a tri-nation ODI series against South Africa and New Zealand as their first step before the Champions Trophy. The upcoming tournaments demand this practice as an excellent preparation period.
Here’s a peek at the squad that will be battling it out on the field:
Pakistan Squad for The Champions Trophy 2025
Mohammad Rizwan (C-WK)
Babar Azam
Fakhar Zaman
Kamran Ghulam
Saud Shakeel
Tayyab Tahir
Faheem Ashraf
Khushdil Shah
Salman Ali Agha (VC)
Usman Khan (WK)
Abrar Ahmed
Haris Rauf
Mohammad Hasnain
Naseem Shah
Shaheen Shah Afridi
Tournament Time: Dates, Venues, and Group Dynamics
Mark your calendars! The opening match of Champions Trophy 2025 will take place on February 19th where Pakistan faces New Zealand.
The tournament features 15 matches that will be staged among Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Dubai as venues. Fifteen matches will be distributed in four venues through eight groups participating in two divisions:
Group A: Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh
Group B: Afghanistan, South Africa, England, and Australia
Pakistan’s Path: Key Match Dates
The group stage lineup for Pakistan contains these upcoming 2025 matches.
February 19: Pakistan vs. New Zealand, Karachi
February 23: Pakistan vs. India, Dubai
February 27: Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, Rawalpindi
Gaddafi Stadium Gets a Facelift
The unveiling ceremony wasn’t just about the jersey; it also celebrated the completion of renovations to the iconic Gaddafi Stadium.
The stadium is all set to host matches in the tri-nation ODI series and at least four matches during the Champions Trophy, including the second semi-final on March 5th.
A Touch of Controversy?
It wouldn’t be cricket without a bit of drama! There are reports that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) might have reservations about its players wearing jerseys with Pakistan’s name on them.
According to ICC rules, not wearing the host nation’s logo could be a breach of the official clothing code. We’ll be keeping a close eye on how this unfolds!
Injury Update: Saim Ayub Ruled Out
Fans of Saim Ayub will receive concerning news following his absence from the Champions Trophy squad. The ODI star from Australia and South Africa 2024 ODI series needs ankle recovery following a South African Test series injury that disqualified him from the Champions Trophy squad.
Final Thoughts: Ready to Roar!
Pakistan will show their strengths at the Champions Trophy 2025 wearing their new jersey and perform well together with their home-field advantage.
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