The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy Final could potentially be relocated from Lahore to Dubai if India qualifies for the championship match. The tournament is scheduled to take place from February 19 to March 9, with matches spread across Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi.
However, due to ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan, there is uncertainty regarding India’s participation in the event. The Telegraph reports that alternative venues for India’s matches are being considered, with Dubai emerging as a potential host for the final if India qualifies.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed confidence that the tournament will be held in Pakistan as planned, including India’s matches. However, the BCCI has previously cited government restrictions as the reason for not touring Pakistan.
India last played a bilateral series with Pakistan in 2012-13, and the two teams have only met at global events since then. The last time India toured Pakistan was in July 2008.
The decision on whether India will participate in the Champions Trophy in Pakistan remains uncertain. If India does not travel to Pakistan, the tournament could face significant logistical challenges, as alternative venues would need to be secured for India’s matches.
The ICC has not yet made any official announcement regarding the potential relocation of the final. However, the situation is being closely monitored, and a decision is expected in the coming months.
