Shikhar Dhawan Named Brand Ambassador for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has been appointed as one of the brand ambassadors for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He joins an elite group of ambassadors that includes former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, former Australian star all-rounder Shane Watson, and New Zealand’s fast bowler Tim Southee.

Dhawan’s new ambassador role highlights his impact on cricket, backed by years of consistent performances. He played a key role for the Indian team in the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 by scoring 338 runs in just five innings. In August 2024 he announced his retirement from international cricket. But he recently impressed fans with his performances in the Nepal Premier League.

Dhawan said, “It is such a special feeling to be part of a Champions Trophy, and to be given the opportunity to enjoy the upcoming edition as an Ambassador is an honour, over the next few weeks, we’ll see the best sides in the world competing for the white jackets knowing that one mistake or one loss could spell the end of their hopes.” 

THE BRAND AMBASSADORS FOR CHAMPIONS TROPHY 2025:

- Shikhar Dhawan, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shane Watson, Tim Southee. pic.twitter.com/a2A49dmB0R

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 12, 2025

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Sarfaraz expressed his excitement over Pakistan getting the chance to host the tournament. However, India’s matches will be held in Dubai.

Ahmed said, “I will never forget how special it felt to don the white jackets and lift the trophy aloft as Pakistan captain back in 2017…I am delighted to see the competition return to the cricket calendar and see my country given the opportunity to host such a special event.”

Australia all-rounder Shane Watson and New Zealand’s pacer Tim Southee shared their excitement and unforgeable memories over the ICC Champions Trophy

Southee said, “I am thrilled to be an Ambassador for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025. It is an event that I always enjoyed playing in and one that always delivers on entertainment and drama.”

Watson said, “The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is a truly unique event that has provided us with so many unforgettable moments down the years. With the top eight teams going head-to-head for the iconic white jackets, we are sure to see some extraordinary do-or-die cricket across three thrilling weeks.”

The ICC Champions Trophy is set to kick off on February 19, with Pakistan hosting the ninth edition of the tournament. Matches will be held in both Pakistan and the UAE, with all of India’s games scheduled to take place in Dubai.

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