Pakistan wants to politicise Champions Trophy with Jay shah set to take over as ICC chairman, way ahead would be for India to play hosts in 2025 - Here is MyKhels Opinion.

The United States has weighed in on India's decision to not play the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of sports diplomacy

The International Cricket Council has asked the Board of Control for Cricket in India to submit a formal written response explaining India’s reasons for deciding against playing

As part of the ICC Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced intentions to host a national tour. This move has generated controversy since it includes areas in Pakistan-administered Kashmir (PoK) among the suggested locations.

Under this proposal, India would agree to play one of its three Champions Trophy group-stage matches in Pakistan, at Lahore’s iconic Gaddafi Stadium. Following the match, the Indian team would return either to India or the UAE, depending on their qualification status.

The schedule for the tournament has also been put on hold and the latest controversy could only make things complex and worse

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, originally set to be hosted in Pakistan, faces an uncertain future due to venue disagreements between

As per ICC regulations, the BCCI is required to submit valid reasons for not sending the Indian team to Pakistan for the prestigious event. Pakistan’s Cricket Board (PCB) had previously asked for a written copy of the communication from the BCCI, as the absence of India could lead to substantial consequences for the tournament.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has sought clarification from the sport's governing International Cricket Council (ICC) following India's refusal to travel across the border for next year's Champions Trophy,

India has now emerged as alternate hosts for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 if Pakistan doesn't agree to 'hybrid model' and decide to pull out of the event.