Why Do Champions Trophy Winners Receive Special White Blazers with the Trophy?
The excitement for the Champions Trophy 2025 is at its peak! The tournament will be played from February 19 to March 9 across Pakistan and Dubai, featuring eight top ODI teams divided into two groups. With all teams having announced their squads, the ICC has also revealed the prize money for the winners.
Apart from the trophy and cash prize, the winning team is also seen wearing special white blazers after the final. But why do Champions Trophy winners receive these blazers?
The Tradition of the White Blazer
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 promo, released on January 14, featured legendary cricketer Wasim Akram, along with past ODI moments. The promo also showcased the making of a white blazer, which had this year’s Champions Trophy logo on the pocket.
This tradition started in 2009, and since then, every winning team has been awarded the white blazer along with the trophy. A memorable instance of this was when India won the Champions Trophy in 2013, and players proudly wore the iconic white coats.
What Does the White Blazer Represent?
According to the ICC, this white blazer symbolizes excellence and championship glory. Each match in the Champions Trophy is of great importance, and the blazer is awarded to the team that emerges as the ultimate champion by defeating the best teams in the tournament.
Teams not only compete for the prestigious Champions Trophy but also for the honor of wearing the iconic white blazer, which signifies their dominance in one of cricket’s most competitive tournaments.
Champions Trophy 2025 Format
The 2025 Champions Trophy is making a comeback after eight years and will take place over 19 days with a total of 15 matches.
- The eight teams are divided into two groups.
- Each team will play three group-stage matches.
- The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
This edition promises thrilling action, and fans are eagerly waiting to see which team will claim the trophy, prize money, and the iconic white blazer!
