The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to kick off today, a spectacular animated promo featuring the captains of all participating teams goes viral. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled a visually stunning promotional video, which has quickly gained massive traction on social media.

ICC releases captivating animated promo for Champions Trophy 2025

Shared across ICC's official social media handles, the animated cricket promo showcases the captains of all eight teams, bringing them to life in an exciting and dynamic style. Each captain, including Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan, can be seen playing their signature shots, adding to the hype of the tournament.

In the promo's caption, ICC declared, "The stage is set. The captains are ready," building anticipation for the high-stakes tournament.

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Pakistan vs New Zealand to kick off the tournament

The Champions Trophy 2025 opening match will feature host Pakistan taking on New Zealand, promising an action-packed start to the event.

Grand opening ceremony with aerial stunts by Pakistan Air Force

Ahead of the Pakistan vs New Zealand match, a colorful opening ceremony will take place, featuring an aerial display by the Pakistan Air Force. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that President Asif Ali Zardari will be the chief guest at the event.

Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the first match of the Champions Trophy 2025, which will set the tone for the prestigious ICC tournament.