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Champions Trophy 2025 Opening Ceremony Featuring Atif Aslam To Take Place At Lahore Fort

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The Champions Trophy 2025 is ready to kick off in style and what better way to start the cricketing carnival than with a glitzy opening ceremony at the historic Diwan-e-Aam of Lahore Fort on Sunday. With the backdrop of Lahore’s rich heritage, this evening’s event promises to be a perfect combination of cricket and culture.

Champions Trophy 2025 Opening Ceremony Set to Be a Grand Affair at Lahore Fort

Lahore is buzzing with excitement and why not? Top officials from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), cricket legends and die-hard fans are gathering for what promises to be a memorable night. The grand event will showcase not just cricketing glory but also Pakistan’s culture.

The highlight of the night will be a special panel discussion featuring cricket legends. Expect plenty of stories, insights and a walk down memory lane as these icons share their experiences with fans worldwide.

But that’s not all! Pakistan’s music icon Atif Aslam is ready to light up the evening with his performance of the official tournament anthem. If there’s one thing Atif knows, it’s how to get a crowd going—and tonight will be no different.


A Grand Fly-Past And Preparations In Full Swing

Rehearsals for the opening ceremony have been going on in full swing. The Pakistan Air Force will participate with a breathtaking fly-past to ensure the ceremony gets off to a flying start, quite literally!

As Lahore prepares to host the world, the excitement is already hitting new heights. But this celebration isn’t just confined to Lahore. The Champions Trophy 2025 will spread its magic across other iconic venues, including Karachi, Rawalpindi and Dubai.

Champions Trophy Schedule

The Champions Trophy begins on February 19 with hosts Pakistan taking on New Zealand in the tournament opener at the National Stadium in Karachi. There will be a small ceremony at the stadium just before the first ball is bowled.

Meanwhile, the Indian team has already arrived in Dubai where they will face Bangladesh on February 20 in their first match.