ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Commentators: The Voices Behind the Action
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Commentators are appointed in the Mini Worldcup hosted by Pakistan as promises a thrilling competition, as well as Top Odi teams in ICC CT25 and alongside the world’s best cricketers, some of the most iconic voices in sports broadcasting, will bring the action to life. With matches played in Pakistan and the UAE from February 19 to March 9, this edition features a star-studded commentary panel, covering multiple languages and formats to enhance the viewing experience for global audiences.
Star-Studded Commentary Panel for the English World Feed
The English world feed will feature a mix of legendary cricketers and renowned commentators who bring unparalleled expertise and storytelling.
Complete List of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Commentators
| Commentator | Country | Expertise |
|---|---|---|
| Harsha Bhogle | India | Cricket Analyst & Presenter |
| Isa Guha | England | Former Cricketer & Analyst |
| Nasser Hussain | England | Former England Captain |
| Ian Bishop | West Indies | Former Fast Bowler |
| Simon Doull | New Zealand | Former Cricketer & Commentator |
| Ian Smith | New Zealand | Legendary Broadcaster |
| Michael Atherton | England | Former England Captain |
| Ravi Shastri | India | Former India Coach & Captain |
| Wasim Akram | Pakistan | Former Pakistan Captain |
| Ramiz Raja | Pakistan | Former Pakistan Cricketer & Analyst |
| Sunil Gavaskar | India | Legendary Batsman |
| Aaron Finch | Australia | Former World Cup-winning Captain |
| Matthew Hayden | Australia | Former Australian Opener |
| Dale Steyn | South Africa | Former Fast Bowler |
| Shaun Pollock | South Africa | Former All-Rounder |
| Mel Jones | Australia | Former Women’s Cricketer |
| Katey Martin | New Zealand | Former Women’s Cricketer |
| Bazid Khan | Pakistan | Former Pakistan Player |
| Athar Ali Khan | Bangladesh | Cricket Commentator |
| Kass Naidoo | South Africa | Cricket Presenter |
Global vs. Local Commentary Teams
Star Sports’ 9-Language Coverage in India
Star Sports will broadcast the tournament in 9 languages, ensuring accessibility for India’s 1.4 billion cricket fans.
- Languages Covered: Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, Marathi, Malayalam, English, Punjabi.
- Digital Streaming: Available on Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema, and Cricbuzz.
Pakistan’s PTV and Ten Sports Featuring Local Legends
Pakistan’s PTV Sports and Ten Sports will provide local insights with renowned commentators like Ramiz Raja, Bazid Khan, and Wasim Akram.
Enhancing Cricket Analysis Through Diversity
Sign Language and Audio Descriptions
For the first time, JioStar’s MaxView technology integrates Indian Sign Language (ISL) and Audio Descriptive Commentary (ADC), making cricket more inclusive for all fans.
Breaking Gender Barriers: Women in Commentary
Women’s voices in cricket broadcasting continue to rise with analysts like Isa Guha, Mel Jones, Katey Martin, and Kass Naidoo, adding fresh perspectives and depth to coverage.
Innovations in Cricket Broadcasting
MaxView: Redefining the Mobile Viewing Experience
The Champions Trophy 2025 will introduce MaxView, a vertical feed technology optimizing cricket for smartphones, ensuring an immersive experience with:
- Split-screen replays
- Instant stats & win probability
- Interactive commentary options
Multi-Camera Angles and Real-Time Analytics
- Split-screen replays and drone footage to enhance in-depth match analysis.
- Player heatmaps and real-time win probability metrics to keep fans engaged with deeper insights.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches & Teams
- The tournament features the top 8 ODI teams, competing in a high-intensity knockout-style format.
- Teams: India, Pakistan, Australia, England, South Africa, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
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