Karachi (Pakistan), Feb 18 (ANI): Pakistan cricket team had its practice session in Karachi on February 18 ahead of their opening match of the Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan will kick off their campaign in a Group A clash against New Zealand, who team are scheduled to have their net session in the afternoon. The Champions Trophy will be the first major tournament to be held in Pakistan since 1996. The tournament will feature the home side and teams from New Zealand, England, Australia, Afghanistan, South Africa, Bangladesh and India. All eight teams will play in Pakistan except India, which will play their matches in Dubai, including their encounter with Pakistan.