Rohit Sharma and Rizwan (Source:@ICC,x.com)
The much-awaited edition of the Champions Trophy is set to begin on February 19, 2025, with an exciting opening clash between Pakistan and New Zealand. The tournament, featuring eight of the best teams in international cricket, will run until March 9, with matches being played across three venues in Pakistan and one in Dubai.
The eight teams have been divided into two groups of four, with all Group B matches taking place in Pakistan and India’s Group A fixtures set to be held in Dubai. The competition is expected to be fiercely contested, with the hosts Pakistan, team India, and six-time and Australia emerging as strong contenders for the title. This year, all franchises have named their skippers. So in this article, let's take a look at the all the captains for the Champions Trophy 2025.
List Of All Champions Trophy Captains 2025
Rohit Sharma – India
Rohit Sharma (Source:@rushiii_12,x.com)
Rohit Sharma is gearing up for his third ICC Champions Trophy, and this time, he will captain India in pursuit of a third title. Having already tasted success in the tournament, the Indian skipper brings a wealth of experience and confidence as he leads the team following a near-flawless run to the 2023 Cricket World Cup title and a previous T20 World Cup victory.
Pakistan - Mohammad Rizwan
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Mohammad Rizwan (Source:@ICC)
Mohammad Rizwan is set to lead Pakistan for the first time at an ICC tournament as the defending Champions embark on their title defense at home in the 2025 Champions Trophy. Having assumed the captaincy last year, Rizwan has quickly made his mark, guiding Pakistan to historic ODI series victories in both Australia and South Africa. Rizwan’s leadership and his tactical approach has resulted Pakistan's strong performances in recent time.
Australia - Steve Smith
Steve Smith (Source:@capedcr49/x.com)
In the absence of full-time captain Pat Cummins, Australian batting legend Steve Smith will once again take the reins as the team's leader in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. This marks Smith's second stint as captain of the Australian squad at the prestigious tournament, having previously led the side in the 2017 edition. Smith will aim to bring wealth of experience to the role.
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New Zealand - Mitchell Santner
Mitchell Santner (Source:@ShahrukerSrk,x.com)
New Zealand’s experienced left-arm spinner, Mitchell Santner, is set to lead the Black Caps in his debut ICC Champions Trophy as captain. Having stepped into the leadership role with confidence, Santner’s journey as a captain has already shown promising signs. Santner took the reins in the lead-up to the tournament, guiding his side to a dominant Tri-Nation series victory against Pakistan and South Africa.
Bangladesh - Najmul Hossain Shanto
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Najmul Hossain Shanto (Source:@Play_BoldRcb,x.com)
Bangladesh’s young and dynamic captain, Shanto, is ready to lead his team in their quest for a historic ICC Champions Trophy title. This will be his third time captaining his side in an ICC event. He is known for his composed leadership and aggressive approach with the bat. While there have been changes within the team, the captain will try to bring in aggressive approach and will want Bangladesh to a achieve major breakthrough on the global stage.
South Africa - Temba Bavuma
Temba Bavuma (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)
Temba Bavuma is preparing for his first-ever appearance in the ICC Champions Trophy, with the South African captain eager to reclaim the prestigious title. Following a successful year leading the Proteas to the semi-finals of the World Cup 2023, Bavuma’s leadership has been a beacon of hope for South African cricket. His calm yet assertive leadership style has been important in guiding the team through high-pressure situations.
Afghanistan - Hashmatullah Shahidi
Hashmatullah Shahidi (Source:@ShuhidAufridi/x.com)
Hashmatullah Shahidi will lead Afghanistan for the Champions Trophy 2025. The is gearing up for an exciting challenge as they make their debut in the prestigious tournament. Shahidi has been entrusted with leading his country to their first-ever appearance in the tournament. It is important to note that he played a crucial role in Afghanistan's strong performance in the World Cup and will be determined to carry forward the momentum in the upcoming tournament.
England - Jos Buttler
Jos Buttler (Source:AP)
After leading England to victory in the T20 World Cup 2022, swashbuckling batter Jos Buttler is set to make his third appearance at the Champions Trophy 2025. As one of the world’s most explosive players, Buttler will be a crucial player in England’s quest to capture their first-ever Champions Trophy title. With a history of leading from the front, Buttler’s leadership and aggressive batting style have will help England to the top in limited-overs cricket.
Champions Trophy 2025: Frequently Asked Questions
Q.1 Who is the favourite for Champions Trophy 2025?
Answer: Team India under the leadership of Rohit Sharma are are certainly a favourites for Champions Trophy 2025.
Q.2 Which team is most successful in Champions Trophy?
Answer: Australia and India are the two most successful teams winning the tournament twice, while South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, West Indies and Pakistan have won it once each.
Q.3 Where can I watch the Champions Trophy 2025?
Answer: Live streaming of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be available on JioHotstar. Fans can also watch the matches on Star Sports Network and Sports18 TV channels in India.
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