Pakistan-based Bollywood singer sets tone for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after singing official anthem

Champions Trophy 2025 will start on February 19 with a clash between Pakistan and New Zealand. Then, India will take on Bangladesh in the second game of the tournament.

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Champions Trophy 2025 in frame

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Champions Trophy 2025 is set to start from Feb 19.

ICC has released official anthem of the tournament.

It has been titled 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke'

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the official anthem for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. The song, ‘Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke,’ is sung by renowned Pakistani and former Bollywood singer Atif Aslam. It will get fans more hyped for the upcoming edition of the mega tournament. The multi-nation marquee event will start on February 19 with a clash between Pakistan and New Zealand. Then, India will take on Bangladesh in the second game of the tournament.

ICC releases official anthem

The song, which is sure to become a fan favourite, has the distinctive vocal force of Atif Aslam, a well-known figure in the music industry. Aslam, who is renowned for producing tunes that reach the top of the charts in a variety of genres, brings a unique touch to the Champions Trophy's reintroduction following an eight-year break.

Three venues in Pakistan and one in Dubai will host the 2025 Champions Trophy, which is scheduled to take place from February 19 to March 9. However, for security reasons, India will not visit Pakistan; instead, they will play all of their matches in Dubai. The finale will also take place in Dubai if they advance to the final.

Since it is the first big ICC event to return to Pakistan in almost thirty years, the tournament itself has historical significance for the defending champions. The top eight ODI teams will compete in the 2025 Champions Trophy, with games planned in Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Dubai. Notably, Pakistan won the 2017 competition in England and Wales, making them the current champions. With two championships apiece, Australia and India are the most successful teams in the tournament's history.

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