By Ian Omoro Pakistan is preparing to host a worldwide cricket event for the first time since co-hosting the 1996 World Cup with India and Sri Lanka, with an ei

Even though the ICC is yet to announce the final schedule of the Champions Trophy, it flew the trophy to Pakistan on Thursday for a tour of the country beginning November 16. According to a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official,

The official schedule for the 2025 ICC Champions trophy which is scheduled to take place in Pakistan in February-Match next year is still to be revealed as the BCCI has refused to send Team India to for the tournament.

Foreign Office spokesperson denies back channel with India for Champions Trophy, emphasizes sports should not be politicized.

The PCB was told by the ICC that the BCCI wont send its team to Pakistan after the decision was communicated to the world governing body.

If the PCB withdraws the Pakistan team from the Champions Trophy, it could be subject to ICC sanctions, which could include significant ICC budget reductions. Furthermore, the PCB would lose out on approximately USD 65 million in hosting fees if the Champions Trophy were moved or postponed.

The PCB was told last Friday by the ICC that the BCCI has not been given permission by the Indian government for the Indian team to travel to Pakistan for the tournament, schedule

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,

The ICC has launched a new logo for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Pakistan is the confirmed host. India's participation is uncertain due to security concerns. The PCB seeks clarification from the BCCI.