Dubai, January 14, 2025: The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is set to make its long-awaited return next month, reviving cricketing excitement after an eight-year hiatus since the 2017 edition. In anticipation, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has released a promotional video featuring Pakistan’s legendary pacer and former captain Wasim Akram, paying homage to the iconic ‘white jackets’ that symbolize the pinnacle of cricketing greatness.
The tournament, scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025, will feature the top eight teams competing in 15 high-stakes matches across 19 days. With every match carrying immense pressure, the Champions Trophy is regarded as one of the ICC’s most intense and prestigious events.
Central to this year’s narrative is the white jacket—a badge of honor that represents tactical brilliance, relentless determination, and ultimate victory. Wasim Akram, a cricket icon whose career spanned three decades, describes the white jacket as “a legacy that inspires generations” in the promo video, calling on fans to rally behind their teams.
“The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy represents the best of the best,” Akram remarked. “The unveiling of the white jacket, which symbolizes greatness, will build excitement for the event across the global cricket community. This tournament will see the strongest team emerge victorious because every game is a pressure game—there’s no room for breaks or second chances.”
The Champions Trophy’s format, where every match counts, ensures an all-out battle as teams put it ‘All On The Line’ for cricket’s most coveted prize. The upcoming edition promises to deliver unforgettable moments as the world’s cricketing elite fight for glory and the honor of donning the legendary white jacket.