ICC Launches Electrifying Promo for Champions Trophy 2025 Featuring Hardik Pandya and Shaheen Afridi

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled an adrenaline-pumping campaign film, ‘All On The Line,’ for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025. Packed with energy, the promo features cricket icons Hardik Pandya, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Phil Salt, Mohammad Nabi, and Shadab Khan, showcasing the intensity of the high-stakes tournament.

A Celebration of Competitive Cricket

The two-minute film captures the essence of the Champions Trophy. The Champions Trophy is returning after a hiatus of 8 years. Pakistan, the hosts, are the defending champions. They defeated India by 180 runs in the final at The Oval.

ICC posted the film on their X (formerly Twitter). “15 Matches, 8 Teams, 1 Champion. It’s ALL ON THE LINE! Action begins on 19 February ⏳”, the caption of the post reads.

https://x.com/ICC/status/1882043090204282896 

Stars Speak About the Stakes

India’s star all-rounder Hardik Pandya highlighted India’s hunger for the trophy. “The return of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is a significant boost to cricket, adding depth and context to the One-Day format. This iconic tournament promises to reignite excitement among fans and players alike. India is ready to showcase its unique brand of cricket, with every player committed to bringing the trophy home again.”, he said. 

Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi expressed excitement about his country’s Champions Trophy debut. “It’s Afghanistan’s first time at the Men’s Champions Trophy, and we’re ready to compete with the best,” he shared.

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi, part of the defending champions, added a touch of national pride. “For Pakistan, cricket is more than a game—it’s our passion, our pride, our identity, and as defending Champions and tournament hosts, there’s everything to play for. I’m sure the whole of Pakistan is eagerly awaiting the 19th of February, it’ll be a spectacle like no other.”, he said.

The Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to begin on 19th February 2025. This edition of the Champions Trophy will be hosted by Pakistan. However, owing to political tensions, India’s games will be played in the UAE. India will play arch-rivals Pakistan on 23rd February. Teams are divided into two groups of four. The final of the tournament will be played on 9th March in Lahore. However, if India qualify, it will shift to the UAE.

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