Pakistan ODI tri-series 2025: Broadcast & Live Streaming details – When and where to watch in India, New Zealand, South Africa, USA & other countries

Pakistan are set to host a high-stakes tri-nation ODI series featuring South Africa and New Zealand from February 8 to February 14, 2025. This much-anticipated tournament will serve as a vital preparatory event ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The series promises plenty of competitive cricket as the three teams battle for early momentum on home soil. With the host nation looking to build confidence and sharpen their skills, the tri-series also offers South Africa and New Zealand a unique opportunity to assess local conditions and adapt their strategies. Overall, the series is designed to be both a entertaining contest and an ideal dress rehearsal for the mega event commencing on February 19.

Detailed schedule and venue breakdown

The action kicks off in Lahore at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium, where Pakistan will take on New Zealand in the opener. Following this, the Kiwis will face South Africa in the second match on Monday, February 10, also at Lahore. After two high-energy encounters in the capital, the series shifts to Karachi’s National Stadium for the next phase. Here, the third match, featuring Pakistan versus South Africa, is slated for Wednesday, February 12. The tournament will culminate in a nail-biting final on Friday, February 14, at the same Karachi venue, where the top two teams from the round-robin stage will vie for the trophy. This four-match format ensures that every game counts as teams battle for supremacy in both preparation and points.

Strategic importance ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

As a critical warm-up ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the tri-series holds immense strategic value for all participating sides. The series not only offers competitive match practice but also allows teams to gather essential insights into pitch behavior, weather conditions, and local dynamics.

For Pakistan, the tournament is a golden opportunity to fine-tune their squad and build the momentum necessary for success in the upcoming Champions Trophy, where matches are set to be held in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi. Meanwhile, South Africa and New Zealand will use the series to gauge the challenges posed by subcontinental conditions, ensuring they enter the global event with well-adapted strategies and a clearer understanding of their strengths and weaknesses.

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ODI tri-series: Complete schedule and venue details

Squads: Pakistan, South Africa and New Zealand

• Pakistan: Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Kamran Ghulam, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Rizwan (c), Usman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Muhammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi
• South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Eathan Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Gerald Coetzee, Junior Dala, Wiaan Mulder, Mihlali Mpongwana, Senuran Muthusamy, Gideon Peters, Meeka-eel Prince, Jason Smith, Kyle Verreynne
• New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young, Jacob Duffy

Broadcast & Live Streaming details:

• India: Sony Sports Network, Fancode
• USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV [Sign up here]
• Bangladesh: T Sports, Tapmad
• UK: ARY Digital
• Pakistan: Ten Sports, PTV Sports HD, A Sports, Tamasha, Tapmad & Myco
• New Zealand: Sports Central Official YouTube channel
• South Africa and Sub Saharan Africa: SuperSport
• MENA & Southeast Asia: Cricbuzz
• Sri Lanka: Dialog

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