(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Top End T20 Series 2025 Set to Be Biggest Yet with Pakistan Shaheens Among 11 Teams
The 2025 Top End T20 Series promises to be the most exciting edition yet, as the official schedule has been announced. Running from August 14 to 24 in Darwin, Australia, the tournament features 11 competitive teams, including the Pakistan Shaheens.
This year’s event showcases a dynamic mix of talent from around the world, featuring BBL academy sides, international ‘A’ teams, and emerging franchises. For the Pakistan Shaheens, it’s a prime chance to test young players against strong opposition in challenging conditions.
Other participating teams include Bangladesh ‘A’, Nepal, Chicago Kingsmen (USA), ACT Comets (Australia), NT Strike (Australia), and academy squads from Hobart Hurricanes, Perth Scorchers, Melbourne Stars, Melbourne Renegades, and Adelaide Strikers.
The tournament format sees the top two teams advance to the semi-finals on August 24, making every group stage match crucial for Pakistan Shaheens’ hopes of reaching the finals.
Full Schedule Highlights:
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August 14: Pakistan Shaheens vs Bangladesh (TIO Stadium)
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August 16: Pakistan Shaheens vs Scorchers Academy (TIO Stadium)
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August 18: Renegades Academy vs Pakistan Shaheens (TIO Stadium)
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August 19: Kingsmen vs Pakistan Shaheens (DXC Arena)
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August 20: Pakistan Shaheens vs Strikers Academy (DXC Arena)
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August 22: Pakistan Shaheens vs Nepal (DXC Arena)
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August 24: Semi-Finals and Final (DXC Arena & Gardens)
Why the Top End T20 Matters
The Top End T20 has quickly become a key platform for talent development during the off-season. For Pakistan, it offers valuable exposure to emerging players who are on the verge of national team selection. Fans will be eagerly watching, hoping the Shaheens can claim the title in 2025.
