The ICC has found a solution for the conflict between India and Pakistan in terms of hosting cricket matches. The Pakistan Cricket Board has ultimately agreed to play their games at a neutral venue in exchange for a hybrid model for the Champions Trophy in 2025 and the T20 World Cup in India in 2026. It has been reported that ICC Chairman Jay Shah will hold a virtual meeting with PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday to finalize the details of this agreement.
The ongoing dispute over Pakistan hosting the Champions Trophy 2025 has led to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) requesting a written guarantee from the ICC for a hybrid model in the tournament. In case India qualifies, they will play their matches in Dubai while Pakistan will host the rest. The decision on the tournament is expected to be made by Wednesday.
Amidst reports claiming that India will not be participating in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has denied any official information regarding the matter. India has not played in Pakistan since the 2008 Asia Cup and political tensions between the two nations remain a major hurdle. If India does withdraw, Sri Lanka will take their place in the tournament.