Dubai, December 10, 2024: The schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be finalized today, as the ICC Board convenes in Dubai to address the ongoing standoff between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The disagreement over the tournament’s venue and format has been a major issue, with India raising security concerns about traveling to Pakistan. In light of these concerns, discussions are ongoing about a hybrid model for the event, where some matches, including those involving India, could be played in a neutral country like the UAE, while others would take place in Pakistan.
The final decision regarding the format and schedule of the tournament will hinge on whether the PCB agrees to the proposed hybrid model or insists on hosting the event entirely in Pakistan. This standoff has captured significant attention, with both financial and logistical challenges at stake for all parties involved. The ICC is under considerable pressure to resolve the situation quickly, given the significance of the tournament to global cricket.
Once resolved, the schedule and format will mark a pivotal moment for the ICC Champions Trophy, with global cricket fans eagerly awaiting the outcome. The hybrid model, if adopted, would be a historic change to the traditional format of the tournament.
