The Punjab Police have implemented comprehensive security measures for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to be hosted in Pakistan next month.
Authorities have confirmed the deployment of 12,500 security personnel to ensure the safety of the high-profile matches scheduled to take place in Lahore and Rawalpindi.
In Lahore, 7,618 officers will be on duty, while 4,535 personnel will handle security in Rawalpindi. Additionally, 411 officers from the Special Branch will enhance the overall security operations. Aerial surveillance will also be carried out with support from the Pakistan Army and Rangers to strengthen monitoring efforts.
Police officials have emphasized that all participating players will be granted state guest status, with their safety being a top priority. Routes leading to the venues will be closely monitored using Safe City cameras, providing real-time surveillance to prevent any potential incidents.
The final security arrangements will be completed in the coming days as authorities make preparations for the prestigious event.
The eight-team tournament, featuring 15 matches, will run from February 19 to March 9, 2025, across three venues in Pakistan—Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi—and in Dubai.
The teams are divided into two groups. Group A includes Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, while Group B comprises Afghanistan, South Africa, England, and Australia.
The host nation, Pakistan, will face New Zealand in the opening match on February 19 in Karachi, while the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. India match will take place on February 23 in Dubai.
Champions Trophy Schedule:
- 19 February: Pakistan vs. New Zealand, Karachi, Pakistan
- 20 February: Bangladesh vs. India, Dubai
- 21 February: Afghanistan vs. South Africa, Karachi, Pakistan
- 22 February: Australia vs. England, Lahore, Pakistan
- 23 February: Pakistan vs. India, Dubai
- 24 February: Bangladesh vs. New Zealand, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- 25 February: Australia vs. South Africa, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- 26 February: Afghanistan vs. England, Lahore, Pakistan
- 27 February: Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- 28 February: Afghanistan vs. Australia, Lahore, Pakistan
- 1 March: South Africa vs. England, Karachi, Pakistan
- 2 March: New Zealand vs. India, Dubai
- 4 March: Semi-final 1, Dubai
- 5 March: Semi-final 2, Lahore, Pakistan
- 9 March: Final, Lahore (unless India qualifies, in which case it will be played in Dubai)
- 10 March: Reserve Day. (All matches will be day-night encounters.)
