From experienced campaigners making a comeback to a key run-scoring being sidelined by injury, multiple talking points from the 15-member squad of the defending champions.

Defending champion Pakistan announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, with Mohammad Rizwan as the captain, on Friday.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-player squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The Champions Trophy is scheduled to take place in Pakistan from 19th February to 9th March.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 marks the tournament's return after an eight-year hiatus and is set to take place in Pakistan, starting February 19th. As the host nation and defending champions, Pakistan will compete against seven of the world's best teams to retain their title.

Pakistan announces its squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with Mohammad Rizwan as captain. Notable absentee Saim Ayub misses out due to injury, whereas veteran Fakhar Zaman returns. The team will face New Zealand and India in the group stage under the guidance of Interim Coach Aaqib Javed.

In a departure from the tradition, the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will not feature the captains’ meet and official photoshoot, a practice typically held in the host country ahead of major ICC tournaments.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will not hold the traditional meeting of all the captains, a practice that is typically held in the host country prior to any ICC events. This decision marks a departure from past editions and is attributed to logistical challenges,