The Champions Trophy 2025 is set to begin with defending champions and hosts Pakistan facing New Zealand in the tournament opener at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday.
Under Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership, Pakistan recently suffered two losses to New Zealand in the tri-nation ODI series, including a defeat in the final against the Black Caps.
Both teams are part of Group A, along with India and Bangladesh. New Zealand will be aiming for their second Champions Trophy title, having last won in 2000. In recent ICC tournaments, they have consistently emerged as strong title contenders.
Where to watch Pakistan vs New Zealand live streaming for free?
The Pakistan vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 match will be available for live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website. The platform has made it free for viewers to watch the Champions Trophy hassle-free.
Where to watch Pakistan vs New Zealand live telecasting on TV?
The Pakistan vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
Squads
Pakistan Squad: Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan(w/c), Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Khan, Saud Shakeel
New Zealand Squad: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner(c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, William ORourke, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra
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