Excitement Builds as Champions Trophy Tour Concludes England Leg Before Heading to India

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Key Takeaways
- Champions Trophy Tour concludes in England.
- Trophy returns to The Oval, site of 2017 final.
- Jamie Smith shares his enthusiasm for the tournament.
- Trophy visits iconic London landmarks.
- Next stop: India for fan engagements.
New Delhi, Jan 20 (NationPress) The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy Tour in collaboration with DP World has recently wrapped up its exciting leg in England, generating significant anticipation for the tournament’s upcoming ninth edition, scheduled to occur in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9.
During its time in England, the trophy returned to The Oval – the site of the last ICC Champions Trophy final in 2017, where the 2025 hosts Pakistan claimed victory. The memorable location served as a nostalgic backdrop as England wicket-keeper Jamie Smith, who is set to participate in his inaugural Champions Trophy, expressed his enthusiasm for the forthcoming tournament. Smith shared his excitement, expectations for competing in Pakistan, and England’s aspirations as they head into the event.
Enhancing the experience, the coveted trophy visited some of London’s most famous landmarks, such as Tower Bridge, Big Ben, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, and Borough Market. This segment of the tour celebrated the link between cricket’s international heritage and England’s rich cultural landmarks.
After successful visits to Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, the England section marks yet another achievement in the Champions Trophy 2025 Tour.
The trophy has now arrived in India for its next phase, where it will engage in vibrant activities across iconic sites and fan interactions in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and more.
The Champions Trophy tour continues to ignite the excitement surrounding cricket’s premier tournament, building anticipation as it travels through all eight participating nations.
This prestigious eight-team tournament will take place in Pakistan, with India playing all their matches in Dubai. The opening match will feature hosts Pakistan against New Zealand in Karachi on February 19, while Rohit Sharma-led India will kick off their campaign against Bangladesh in Dubai the following day.