ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India’s schedule, timings, key players, and how to stream live

Produced by: Manoj Kumar

Rivalry Renewed

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Kiwi Challenge

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Where to Watch

Fans can stream all matches live for free on JioHotstar via mobile devices and smart TVs, making the action easily accessible.

Match Timings

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Knockout Stages

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Multilingual Coverage

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Enhanced Streaming Options

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Opponents to Watch

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India’s Power Trio

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