How much ICC spend on Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan?
The 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan will cost roughly $70 million, according to the International Cricket Council (ICC). The country will host the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in February–March. The ICC sent the full schedule to the competition teams’ boards. The calendar comprises support period, match fixtures, warm-up matches, and other activities. Broadcasters received the schedule from the ICC. After consulting all boards, the ICC will finalize proposals.
The curtain-raiser event may be staged in Karachi and the Champions Trophy closing ceremony in Lahore, if the opening ceremony is permitted, insiders say. An approximate USD 70 million budget was authorized at the ICC’s annual meeting to cover all support period expenses. Champions Trophy matches will be contested from February 19 to March 9 after a support period from February 12 to 18. March 10 is the tournament final reserve day.
Warm-up matches, media, and promotions are allowed throughout the support period. ICC-PCB consultation will determine all support efforts. The ICC will consult all teams on warm-up matches. Each side can play two warm-up matches in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi after approval. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is preparing to host the eight teams in Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Lahore, with India’s matches in Lahore.
The PCB has allotted Rs12.80 billion to upgrade Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Karachi’s National Bank Cricket Arena, and Rawalpindi’s International Cricket Stadium before the mega event. After eight years, the Champions Trophy will return after Pakistan defeated India in the 2017 final.
