icc Champions Trophy
The ICC Champions Trophy is an international cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). It is a premier tournament that brings together the top eight teams in the world, with India being one of them. The tournament has been held every two years since its inception in 1998.History of the Tournament
The first ICC Champions Trophy was held in Bangladesh in 1998. Pakistan won the inaugural tournament by defeating South Africa in the final. Since then, the tournament has been held several times, with India winning it twice (2002 and 2013). The 2017 edition of the tournament was hosted by England.Format of the Tournament
The ICC Champions Trophy features a round-robin format where each team plays the other teams once. The top four teams then qualify for the semifinals, with the winners advancing to the final. The tournament is played over a period of two weeks, with matches taking place at various venues around the world.India's Performance in the ICC Champions Trophy
India has been one of the most successful teams in the ICC Champions Trophy, winning it twice and finishing as runners-up once. They have also reached the semifinals several times, showcasing their consistency and strength in the tournament.Notable Performances by Indian Players
Some notable performances by Indian players in the ICC Champions Trophy include:- Sachin Tendulkar's century against Pakistan in the 2002 final
- Virender Sehwag's blistering knock of 114 against England in the 2013 tournament
- MS Dhoni's match-winning innings against South Africa in the 2013 semifinals
icc Champions Trophy Schedule
The ICC Champions Trophy schedule typically takes place over a period of two weeks, with matches taking place at various venues around the world. The exact dates and venues for future tournaments can be found on the ICC website.| Tournament | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Edition | June 1-18, 2017 | England |
| 2020 Edition | June 8-23, 2022 | India |
icc Champions Trophy Venues
The ICC Champions Trophy is played at various venues around the world. These venues are selected by the ICC based on their cricketing infrastructure and capacity to host international matches.- The Oval, London (England)
- Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham (England)
- SRH Stadium, Hyderabad (India)
- Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali (India)
icc Champions Trophy Tickets
Tickets for the ICC Champions Trophy can be purchased through various channels, including the official ICC website and authorized ticketing websites.For more information on tickets and to book your place at the tournament, please visit the ICC website.