The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled from 19 February to 9 March in Pakistan, it’s the first ICC tournament that Pakistan will host since the 1996 ODI World Cup. However, the future of the Champions Trophy remains uncertain since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that the Indian team will not travel to Pakistan for the mega event.
BCCI suggested a hybrid model for the tournament, in which India would play all its matches at different venues, most probably in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). However, PCB stands firm in its decision not to accept the hybrid model and wants the entire tournament to take place in Pakistan.
Jay Shah to address ICC, connect with Naqvi
According to a report by ARY News, Jay Shah, the current BCCI secretary, and the forthcoming ICC President is anticipated to travel to Dubai for discussions with ICC officials to resolve the stalemate over the 2025 Champions Trophy. The meeting is expected to pave the way for progress, followed by a likely telephonic discussion with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
As reported by Cricket Pakistan, the BCCI and ICC are scheduled to engage in discussions to address the impasse surrounding the Champions Trophy 2025. A key focus of the meeting will be India’s participation in the tournament, which remains uncertain due to ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan. The report suggests that the outcome of these deliberations could have a significant influence on the tournament’s planning and execution.
Reportdely ICC told PCB that Champions Trophy 2025 or any other ICC tournament is not possible without India.
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