The ninth version of the Champions Trophy is scheduled to be held in Pakistan from February to March 2025. Because the announcement, there was appreciable uncertainty relating to India’s participation. The Board of Management for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly requested the Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC) to both transfer the event to a different nation or schedule India’s matches at a impartial venue, citing safety considerations.
PCB’s request for written proof relating to Champions Trophy 2025
In response, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has requested formal documentation from the BCCI if safety considerations are cited as the rationale for India’s potential withdrawal. The PCB is looking for official proof from the Indian authorities denying permission for the Indian crew’s journey. The event is about to begin in Karachi on February 19, with the ultimate scheduled in Lahore on March 9, and several other matches deliberate for Rawalpindi. A reserve day for the ultimate is allotted for March 10 in case of unhealthy climate.
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BCCI’s sturdy response over potential T20 WC 2026 boycott
BCCI vp Rajeev Shukla has indicated that the Indian cricket crew would possibly go to Pakistan for the CT 2025, contingent on authorities approval. On the Uttar Pradesh T20 League gamers’ public sale, Shukla emphasised that journey to Pakistan is topic to the Indian authorities’s clearance.
The potential of Pakistan pulling out of the subsequent version of the T20 World Cup in 2026, which can be hosted by India and Sri Lanka, has additionally been raised. Shukla remarked that Pakistan is free to specific its opinions relating to its participation. He acknowledged, “Pakistan can say no matter it desires about coming to India through the 2026 World Cup, however we’re solely ready for the approval of the Indian authorities.” Shukla was quoted as saying by Cricket Pakistan.
