ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Full Teams Squads

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is returning after an eight-year hiatus, with the event slated to begin on February 19th in Pakistan. As both the host country and the reigning champions, Pakistan will seek to retain their title against seven other leading international teams. 

The competition includes eight teams split into two groups for the first round. Each team will play three matches in the group stage, and the top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.

Group A

• Bangladesh
• India
• Pakistan
• New Zealand, 

Group B

• Afghanistan
• England
• Australia
• South Africa. 

The tournament’s first match will feature the host nation, Pakistan, going up against New Zealand on February 19th in Karachi.

All Squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 are below:

Group A

Bangladesh: 

Bangladesh, known for its impressive showings in recent ICC competitions, will rely on its rising talents to play a crucial role in the tournament. As Shakib Al Hasan and Tamim Iqbal depart, the team is looking for fresh players to serve as the foundation of its aspirations for success.

• Nazmul Hossain Shanto(C)
• Soumya Sarkar
• Tanzid Hasan
• Tawhid Hridoy
• Mushfiqur Rahim
• MD Mahmud Ullah
• Jaker Ali Anik
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz
• Rishad Hossain
• Taskin Ahmed
• Mustafizur Rahman
• Parvez Hossai Emon
• Nasum Ahmed
• Tanzim Hasan Sakib

New Zealand

New Zealand, often seen as the perennial underdogs in ICC tournaments, has revealed a team that blends youthful vigor with seasoned experience. Their standing as tour favorites remains intact.

• Mitchell Santner(C)
• Michael Bracewell
• Mark Chapman
• Devon Conway
• Lockie Ferguson
• Matt Henry
• Tom Latham
• Daryl Mitchell
• Will O’Rourke
• Glenn Phillips
• Rachin Ravindra
• Ben Sears
• Nathan Smith
• Kane Williamson
• Will Young

Group B

Afghanistan

Afghanistan has emerged as an increasingly significant player in international cricket, marked by its first-time participation in the tournament. Renowned for their bold style and expertise in spin bowling, the team is anticipated to be a formidable competitor, especially on the well-known surfaces of Pakistan and Dubai.

• Hashmatullah Shahidi 
• Ibrahim Zadran
• Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Sediqullah Atal
• Rahmat Shah
• Ikram Alikhil
• Gulbadin Naib
• Azmatullah Omarzai
• Mohammad Nabi
• Rashid Khan
• AM Ghazanfar
• Noor Ahmad
• Fazalhaq Farooqi
• Farid Malik
• Naveed Zadran

Reserves:

• Darwish Rasooli
• Nangyal Kharoti
• Bilal Sami

England Squad

England was the first nation to disclose their roster for the tournament and will participate as one of the top contenders. Their bold approach to cricket, guided by coach Brandon McCullum, combined with a plethora of skilled all-rounders, makes them a powerful team.

• Jos Buttler(C)
• Jofra Archer
• Gus Atkinson
• Jacob Bethell
• Harry Brook
• Brydon Carse
• Ben Duckett
• Jamie Overton
• Jamie Smith
• Liam Livingstone
• Adil Rashid
• Joe Root
• Saqib Mahmood
• Phil Salt
• Mark Wood

Australia

The reigning ICC World Test Champions and five-time ODI World Cup titleholders have revealed a squad brimming with skill and experience. Australia is striving to clinch another Champions Trophy.

• Pat Cummins(C)
• Alex Carey
• Nathan Ellis
• Aaron Hardie
• Josh Hazlewood
• Travis Head
• Josh Inglis
• Marnus Labuschagne
• Mitchell Marsh
• Glenn Maxwell
• Matt Short
• Steve Smith
• Mitchell Starc
• Marcus Stoinis
• Adam Zampa

South Africa

South Africa, commonly referred to as the “almost champions” in international cricket, has assembled a team they believe can break their ICC trophy drought. The Proteas are hopeful about securing their inaugural trophy after shedding the reputation of being underachievers from last year’s T20 World Cup.

• Temba Bavuma(C)
• Tony de Zorzi
• Marco Jansen
• Heinrich Klaasen
• Keshav Maharaj
• Aiden Markram
• David Miller
• Wiaan Mulder
• Lungi Ngidi
• Anrich Nortje
• Kagiso Rabada
• Ryan Rickelton
• Tabraiz Shamsi
• Tristan Stubbs
• Rassie van der Dussen

Who is Left?

The hosts Pakistan and India are surprisingly the only two teams left who have yet to announce their squads for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Injuries to Saim Ayub and Jasprit Bumrah respectively, are likely hampering their decisions, but with the ICC deadline just days away both need to be velocious with their decision.

Conclusion 

FAQ’s

When does the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 start?
The competition starts on February 19, 2025, in Pakistan.

Which teams are in Group A and Group B?

Group A: Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, New Zealand.

Group B: Afghanistan, England, Australia, South Africa. 

Have all teams announced their squads?
No, only Pakistan and India have not announced their squads yet.