The International Cricket Council (ICC) has delayed the release of the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule as ongoing discussions between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have not yet reached a resolution. The core issue is India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan for the tournament, which has led to the ICC proposing a “hybrid model” to accommodate the situation.
Under this model, India’s matches—and potentially the final—would be held outside Pakistan, most likely in the UAE, while the rest of the tournament would still be played in Pakistan. The ICC is urging the PCB to consider this compromise, as it would ensure that Pakistan retains control over the majority of the matches while also securing the full hosting fee.
The PCB, initially adamant about hosting the entire tournament in Pakistan, now faces significant pressure from the ICC to agree to the hybrid model. The ICC’s proposal aims to keep the event on track while addressing India’s concerns regarding security and political issues tied to playing in Pakistan.
The future of the 2025 Champions Trophy hinges on the PCB’s decision regarding the hybrid model. With the schedule still pending, cricket fans around the world are eagerly awaiting confirmation on the tournament’s venue and format.
