Dubai, November 28, 2024: The ongoing discussions surrounding the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy are set to take a crucial turn as BCCI Secretary Jay Shah meets with officials from the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The meeting, which is expected to take place soon in Dubai, aims to resolve the deadlock between the two cricketing powerhouses over the tournament’s hosting arrangements.
India has firmly expressed its reluctance to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, while the PCB remains insistent on hosting the event within its borders. The PCB has also rejected the idea of a hybrid model, similar to the one used during the 2023 Asia Cup, where some matches were held in neutral locations.
The outcome of this meeting could have significant ramifications, as the two parties look for common ground. Potential solutions include either finding a mutually acceptable arrangement for the tournament’s venue or, if no agreement is reached, pushing for a neutral venue for India’s matches.
This ongoing impasse highlights the tense political and logistical challenges faced by international cricket, as the ICC works to mediate between the two nations.
