The final schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy is still not released, and questions persist regarding the India-Pakistan matches. The future of the tournament is still unclear, and despite Pakistan initially rejecting the hybrid model, recent reports suggest that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may be willing to accept it, albeit with specific demands and conditions. The ongoing discussions around the Champions Trophy have primarily focused on India’s security concerns, which have led to their refusal to travel to Pakistan. To resolve this deadlock, the ICC proposed a “hybrid” model, where India would play its matches in Dubai.
New ICC Meeting Likely To Be Held On December 5
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is likely to hold an emergency board meeting on December 5th, following the cancellation of the previous meeting scheduled for Friday just 15 minutes into its start as claimed by Cricket Pakistan.
Jay Shah Takes Over As ICC Chair: Will The Issue Be Resolved?
With Jay Shah officially taking over the new ICC Chairman position, all eyes are now on the session, especially on the Champions Trophy. The ICC will be starting a new chapter with Shah at the helm of affairs, and the decisions that will be taken in this session are expected to have significant repercussions, especially on the much-debated tournament.
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Everyone is impatiently waiting to see what crucial decisions will be taken by Jay Shah as the fate of Champions Trophy is still uncertain.
