The International Cricket Council has come to an agreement to host the 2025 Champions Trophy in a hybrid format, with India playing their matches in Dubai. This decision was made during a meeting between ICC's new President Jay Shah and the Board of Directors at the headquarters in Dubai. The ICC source states that this is a positive outcome for all involved parties and that this arrangement may also be extended to other multi-lateral events until 2027.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India to Host Matches in Dubai
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that the 2025 Champions Trophy will be hosted in a hybrid format, with India's matches taking place in Dubai.
Background:
The Champions Trophy is an international one-day cricket tournament organized by the ICC. It was first held in 1998 and has been played every four years since 2009. The most recent edition, held in England in 2017, was won by Pakistan.
India is a cricket powerhouse and one of the most passionate cricketing nations in the world. The country has a strong record in the Champions Trophy, winning the tournament in 2013.
Hybrid Format:
The decision to host India's matches in Dubai is due to the ongoing political tension between India and Pakistan. The two countries have not played a bilateral series since 2012, and the ICC is keen to avoid any potential security concerns.
The hybrid format will allow India to play their matches in a neutral venue while still participating in the tournament. The remaining matches will be played in Pakistan, where the tournament is scheduled to be held.
FAQs:
1. Why is India playing their matches in Dubai?
India is playing their matches in Dubai due to political tension with Pakistan. The ICC wants to avoid any potential security concerns.
2. What is the format of the 2025 Champions Trophy?
The 2025 Champions Trophy will be played in a hybrid format, with India's matches taking place in Dubai and the remaining matches in Pakistan.
3. When will the tournament be held?
The tournament is scheduled to be held in 2025. The exact dates have not yet been announced.
4. Who will participate in the tournament?
The eight highest-ranked teams in the ICC ODI World Cup qualify automatically for the tournament. The remaining four teams will qualify through a qualifying tournament.
5. Who is the defending champion?
Pakistan is the defending champion, having won the tournament in 2017.
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