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Pakistani batsman Fakhar Zaman has revealed his choices for the semi-finalists of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. After months of speculation, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has resolved hosting uncertainties by confirming that the tournament will be held everywhere Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The eight-team event, played in a 50-over format, will feature 15 matches. remarkably England they are the only nation to have announced their squad so far.
Champions Trophy 2025: Host and Venue Details
India’s Champions Trophy 2025 matches have been shifted to Dubai due to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)the decision not to send its team to Pakistan, citing security concerns.
The tournament will feature eight teams divided into two groups of four. Group A consists of Pakistan, India, new zealand and Bangladesh, while Group B includes Australiaengland, south africa i Afghanistan. Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi will host the group stage matches in Pakistan, while Dubai will serve as the venue for the knockout stages, including the semi-finals and the final. If India qualify for the final, the match will be played in Dubai, with reserve days for the semi-finals and final to ensure there are no disruptions due to weather.
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Semi-finalists by Fakhar Zaman
Speaking on Basit Ali’s YouTube channel, Fakhar expressed his confidence in the teams from the subcontinent securing a place in the final four. Despite formidable sides like New Zealand, England and Australia, Fakhar included South Africa in his list of semi-finalists.
“Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and South Africa are the teams I think will reach the semi-finals.” Fakhar said.
Zaman’s memorable performance in the 2017 Champions Trophy final, where he scored a match-winning century against arch-rivals India, remains a defining moment in his career. His knock secured Pakistan’s first Champions Trophy win and Fakhar was subsequently named Player of the Match.
