The pinnacle of One Day International cricket returns in 2025 and the ICC Champions Trophy has been given a lease of new life. The newly manufactured trophy has passed through the hands of master craftspeople at Thomas Lyte, world-renowned British silversmiths and Royal Warrant Holders to His Majesty the King.
Royal Warrant holder as silversmiths and goldsmiths to His Majesty the King, Thomas Lyte, are world-renowned custom trophy manufacturers. As part of deal reflective of Thomas Lyte’s trophy making prestige, the ICC have entrusted the British silversmith to handcraft the ICC Champions Trophy. The pinnacle of One Day International (ODI) cricket.
As Royal Warrant holders and world-leading bespoke trophy makers, we at Thomas Lyte have been entrusted with the manufacture of the ICC Champions Trophy. A responsibility we carried out with the utmost precision and artistry. Our team of master craftsmen and designers collaborated closely with the International Cricket Council (ICC). Subsequently, we have created the newest issue of a trophy that embodies prestige, elegance, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
The result is a sleek, modern masterpiece – an elegant, silver and gold trophy standing tall with a gleaming cricket ball at its pinnacle. The contemporary design reflects the tournament’s elite status, while the luxurious finish speaks to our heritage as British silversmiths with centuries of expertise.
Made in our purpose-built, London-based silverware workshop, the ICC Champions Trophy is more than just an trophy; it is a statement of cricketing supremacy. An honour that only the world’s best teams can attempt to claim. As bespoke trophy makers, the trophy was subject to our meticulous silversmithing processes. These involve hand-spinning, expert polishing, and detailed engraving. Subsequently, we can ensure that the trophy not only stands as a testament to the tournament’s rich history but also serves as a lasting legacy for future champions. Now affected with the craftsmanship of Thomas Lyte, the trophy carries an enhanced sense of prestige, making it an increasingly coveted prize among cricket’s elite.
At Thomas Lyte, we understand that a trophy’s journey is as significant it’s destination. As anticipation was building for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy tournament, the most prized possession of all embarked on a global trophy tour.
Visiting countries with both rich cricketing heritage and emerging nations, the trophy will be showcased around the world. Having been passed through, starting it’s journey at our London workshop, this bespoke trophy now carries a greater significance as it travels across continents, inspiring future champions before it is finally lifted by the best team in ODI cricket.
First introduced in 1998, the ICC Champions Trophy was established as an elite ODI competition, bringing together the best in global one-day cricket. Unlike the ICC Cricket World Cup, which spans multiple weeks, the Champions Trophy is an intense, short-format tournament, often referred to as the ‘mini World Cup’. It features only the top eight ODI teams, ensuring every match is a high-stakes encounter.
Historically, the tournament’s format has evolved, beginning as a knock-out competition before transitioning to a round-robin and knockout structure. The most recent edition was in 2017, and won by Pakistan. The ICC Champions Trophy solidified its reputation as a prestigious event in the international cricketing calendar. Now, after an eight-year hiatus, the ICC Champions Trophy returns in 2025.
Thomas Lyte enjoys close ties with one of the world’s most popular sports and have been involved in the design and manufacturing of trophies across cricket’s many formats. In recent years, Thomas Lyte has worked hand-in-hand with a number of governing bodies, including the ECB and the ICC to create both of the Women’s and Men’s trophies for The Hundred – the exciting new pioneering format played every summer in England – and the ICC World Test Championship Mace, a revolutionary idea which has transformed the game’s most traditional format.
Alongside these exquisite trophies are the ILT20 trophy and the SA20. The latter of which, is described as “the most coveted prize on South African Sport”. Use the filtering options on our website’s trophy gallery to read more about our cricket trophy commissions.
Our team make the conceivable possible, while preserving traditional skills, pioneering modern methods, and promoting authentic British craft across the globe. Combining the latest technologies with centuries of knowledge, Thomas Lyte’s silver workshops in London, England house world-class facilities for an elite team of designers and makers, masters of their craft. Learn about 3D printing, electroforming and other new technologies that our team have introduced to our sustainable handcrafting process.
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Materials. Sterling Silver + 24 Carat Gold Plate
Workshop Processes. Spinning, Casting, Filing, Sanding, Soldering, Polishing, Plating, and Engraving
Thomas Lyte are the proud makers of the ICC Champions Trophy.
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