ICC Champions Trophy 2025: All You Need to Know
The much-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is all set to begin on February 19, bringing together some of the best cricket teams for an enthralling showdown. For Indian cricket fans, the excitement ramps up as the nation gears up to watch its team take on Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai. This tournament, as always, is expected to display top-notch cricketing action.
Fans in India will have the convenience of watching live streams through JioHotstar, which promises to provide a unique viewing experience. This platform caters to a diverse audience by offering commentary in nine different languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, allowing viewers to enjoy the matches in their preferred tongue.
Broadcast and Accessibility
To make sure no fan misses out, matches will also be broadcast on prominent channels like Star Sports and Sports18. These channels are household names for sports fans, so expect high-quality coverage and expert analysis. In an effort to make cricket accessible to everyone, this year's tournament includes innovative features like multi-camera feeds for different perspectives of the action, Indian Sign Language interpretations, and Audio Descriptive Commentary, which is an excellent addition for visually impaired cricket lovers.
The matches will fire up the field at 2:30 PM IST, perfect timing for an afternoon of action-packed entertainment. As the tournament progresses, the semi-finals are scheduled for March 4, with the climactic final set to take place on March 9. For those who prefer audio coverage, the matches will be accessible for free on All India Radio, allowing you to catch live updates if you’re on the move.
India's lineup for the tournament boasts some of the biggest names in cricket, led by the dynamic duo of Rohit Sharma as captain and Virat Kohli, a name resonant with cricket legends. Alongside them are Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Rishabh Pant, talents to watch out for. The bowling attack is equally impressive, featuring the likes of Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh, who will undoubtedly form a formidable challenge for the opposition.
With such an outstanding roster, Indian fans are hopeful and expect the team to put on a stellar performance. So, whether you're watching on TV or streaming via JioHotstar, get ready for an action-packed cricket season as the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy unfolds.