Australia and England will kick off their Champions Trophy 2025 campaign on Saturday, February 22, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This highly anticipated clash will see cricket’s oldest rivals face off. Australia has won the tournament twice, in 2006 and 2009, but struggled in 2013 and 2017, failing to secure a single victory.
Australia will be without their key pace trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood. In Cummins’ absence, Steve Smith has been appointed as captain. Meanwhile, England will be looking to regain form after suffering a 0-3 ODI series defeat against India recently.
Lahore Weather Forecast
During the blockbuster clash between Australia and England, Lahore is expected to have partly cloudy skies. Visibility may be affected due to haze, and there is a 5% chance of rain. The temperature will be around 23°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wind speeds will range between 10-15 km/h, and humidity levels will be at 74%.
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Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is considered excellent for batting. The bounce and pace allow batters to play their shots freely. Fast bowlers might get some swing with the new ball, but in recent matches, bowlers have faced a tough time. During the recently held tri-series, both New Zealand and Pakistan posted scores of over 300 runs.
