The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly resolved the complexities surrounding the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. According to the latest reports, the ICC assured broadcasters that the highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the marquee tournament will take place in Dubai.
Tensions remain between the two cricketing nations regarding the schedule of the marquee tournament. Pakistan is the designated host of the tournament, but the BCCI has refused to send the Indian team, citing security concerns. In response, the PCB has rejected India’s proposal for a hybrid model.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Met ICC Chief Jay Shah Informally in Dubai – Report
The PCB later proposed a “Partnership or Fusion Formula,” with matches between India and Pakistan being played at neutral venues for upcoming ICC tournaments in India until 2031, including the 2026 T20 World Cup. Discussions on this proposal are ongoing, and some issues remain unresolved.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi was in Dubai, but no official ICC meeting occurred. However, he reportedly met ICC Chief Jay Shah and an online board meeting is scheduled for Saturday to finalize pending issues.
ICC Confirms India-Pakistan Clash in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Will Be Held in Dubai
The ICC Broadcast Workshop in Dubai confirmed that the Pakistan-India match during the upcoming tournament will be played in Dubai. However, no representatives from Pakistan’s state television were present at the workshop.
“Sources revealed that ICC officials informed the participants that the Pakistan-India match in the Champions Trophy will indeed take place in Dubai, despite earlier concerns,” Cricket Pakistan reported.
The tournament schedule for the mega event has not been finalized yet, as issues between Pakistan and India regarding the “Partnership or Fusion Formula” remain unresolved. This formula proposes that all Pakistan-India matches in ICC events over the next three years be played in Dubai.
Hybrid Model Finalized for ICC Tournament – Report
Indian media suggests that the Indian team may play all their matches in the UAE for the Champions Trophy, including semi-finals and finals if they qualify. Pakistan is seeking a similar model for ICC events hosted by India, where matches between the two teams would be held at neutral venues.
The hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy has been finalized, according to a report by PTI. Pakistan will play in Sri Lanka during the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup. The PCB’s request for compensation for the hybrid model is still under review.
“It’s been agreed in principle by all parties that the 2025 Champions Trophy will be held in the UAE and Pakistan with India playing its matches in Dubai. It’s a win-win situation for all stakeholders,” the ICC source told PTI.
“During the 2026 men’s T20 World Cup, Pakistan will play its matches in Sri Lanka. The compensation demanded by PCB for the Champions Trophy hybrid model is still under consideration,” the source said.
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