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Cricket fans across South Africa are in for a treat as the ICC Champions Trophy begins its journey through the country with the arrival of the Trophy Tour with DP World this Sunday. Fans of all ages will have the chance to interact with the coveted silverware during an action-packed week filled with events and photo opportunities.
The Trophy Tour will touch down in Cape Town, marking the fourth stop on its global journey after memorable visits to Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh. From picturesque landscapes to vibrant cricket events, the tour aims to inspire and excite fans while building excitement ahead of what is set to be a thrilling ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025.
The tour will begin with visits to iconic landmarks, including Robben Island and Table Mountain, as well as coastal appearances at Camps Bay and Blouberg Beach.
Fans will have the opportunity to experience the trophy up close during local mall visits in Paarl, Worcester and Cape Town.
The trophy will take centre stage at the first and second One-Day Internationals between South Africa and Pakistan at Boland Park on Tuesday, 17 December, and at the World Sports Betting Cricket Ground in Cape Town on Thursday, 19 December.
The tour then moves to Johannesburg, where it will inspire the next generation of cricket stars with engaging events, including a coaching clinic hosted by Proteas Men’s fast bowler Lungi Ngidi for young players at Alexander Cricket Stadium.
The trophy will also appear at Soweto’s Elkah Cricket Stadium as part of an age-group cricket activation.
The excitement will culminate on Pink Day at DP World Wanderers Stadium on Sunday, 22 December, where fans can catch a glimpse of the trophy during the final ODI between South Africa and Pakistan.
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Name of Author: Cricket South Africa
Cricket South Africa (CSA) governs cricket in South Africa. Formed in 2002, it succeeded the United Cricket Board of South Africa (UCB) and became the sole governing body in 2008. CSA oversees all levels of cricket, including national teams for men and women, and is a full ICC member and SASCOC affiliate.
