Here are the key details of Pakistan’s Future Tours Programme (FTP) 2025:
1. March – April (Tour of New Zealand)
Opponent: New Zealand
Matches: 5 T20Is, 3 ODIs
Significance: A crucial white-ball series in New Zealand conditions, helping Pakistan prepare for upcoming ICC events. Trophy for T20I has been unveiled in Christchurch.
2. April – May (PSL 10 – Pakistan Super League)
Event: Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025
Edition: 10th
Venue: Pakistan
Significance: One of the biggest T20 leagues, featuring top international and domestic stars.
3. May (Tour of Bangladesh)
Opponent: Bangladesh
Matches: 3 T20Is, 3 ODIs
Significance: Bangladesh is a tough side at home, making this an important limited-overs series for Pakistan.
4. July – August (Tour of West Indies)
Opponent: West Indies
Matches: 3 T20Is, 3 ODIs
Significance: West Indies is known for its explosive T20 gameplay. The ODIs will also help in Pakistan’s preparations for future ICC tournaments.
5. August (Series against Afghanistan)
Opponent: Afghanistan
Matches: 3 T20Is
Significance: Afghanistan has been improving rapidly, especially in T20s. This series will be a good challenge for Pakistan.
6. September (Asia Cup 2025)
Event: Asia Cup 2025
Host: Likely Pakistan and Sri Lanka
Format: Likely ODI (depending on ICC tournaments)
Significance: A major regional tournament featuring Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and others.
7. September – October (Tour of Ireland)
Opponent: Ireland
Matches: 3 T20Is, 3 ODIs
Significance: Ireland is an emerging cricketing nation, and playing in their conditions will be a good challenge.
8. October – November (Tour of South Africa)
Opponent: South Africa
Matches: 2 Tests, 3 T20Is, 3 ODIs
Significance: One of the most challenging tours of the year, with crucial Test matches and limited-overs fixtures.
9. November (Tour of Sri Lanka)
Opponent: Sri Lanka
Matches: 3 T20Is, 3 ODIs
Significance: Sri Lanka offers spin-friendly conditions, making this series an important test for Pakistan’s batting lineup.
Total Matches:
T20Is: 23
ODIs: 18
Tests: 2
Major Events:
PSL 10, Asia Cup
Toughest Tour:
South Africa (Tests, ODIs, and T20s in pace-friendly conditions)
Key Rivalries:
Pakistan vs. India (Asia Cup), Pakistan vs. Afghanistan (T20 series).