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ICC Champions Trophy returns to Lahore

The trophy will now embark on a tour of various cities in Pakistan from January 31 to February 2

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The ICC Champions Trophy has returned to Lahore after its previous visit to Pakistan from November 16 to 25. The trophy will now embark on a tour of various cities in Pakistan from January 31 to February 2, visiting Sheikhupura, Faisalabad, Multan, and Bahawalpur. On February 3, it will return to Lahore before heading to Sargodha on February 5.

The trophy will then travel to Peshawar and Islamabad on February 6, before completing its tour of Pakistan’s second phase on February 15.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has also finalized the schedule for the opening events of the Champions Trophy. The trophy will be showcased at the opening ceremony of Gaddafi Stadium on February 7, followed by the opening ceremony at National Stadium on February 11.

The ICC Champions Trophy will be held from February 19 to March 9. Pakistan will play their group matches against New Zealand on February 19, India on February 23, and Bangladesh on February 27.

The semi-finals of the mega event will take place on March 4 and 5, with the final scheduled for March 9.