Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has come out strongly against the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, opining that Pakistan should boycott the event before India takes the decision to call off. He has been giving his views known in multiple phases. Earlier, he had asked the ICC to withdraw all future tournaments, scheduled for India and Pakistan, by withdrawing the hosting rights. However, recent events are showing that the ICC was able to break the stalemate between the two nations. The tournament is likely to continue with a hybrid model and India will play all their matches in Dubai. It will apply to all Indian tournaments as well until 2027.
Champions Trophy Likely To Happen In Hybrid Model
The BCCI had initially refused to send its team to Pakistan due to government restrictions, instead requesting that their matches be moved to the UAE. Pakistan rejected this request, and there was a stalemate between the two boards. It was only after the ICC issued a warning to the host nation that an agreement was reached for the Champions Trophy to proceed.
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Rashid Latif Gives Explosive Remark
“Pakistan should boycott the Champions Trophy now. Before the BCCI takes this step, PCB should take it. Champions Trophy shouldn’t happen anymore,” Latif said while speaking at an event.
“We have always been made scapegoats, be it Afghan war or cricket. PCB, ACB and ICC are the same as they can’t fight against the BCCI. They have got the chance to push Pakistan at the front. We have joined hands and are fighting against it, but the only fear is that if India boycotts, where do we stand,” Latif further remarked.
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It is reported that the Emirates Cricket Board is making significant preparation for these matches, keeping close attention to the ongoing talks. They will wait for a final resolution on the venue to make sure all logistical preparations are in place for the tournament. ICC is likely to give its decision today (Wednesday) on the schedule of Champions Trophy 2025.
