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.

Pakistan on Thursday said that no back channel diplomacy was going on with India after the neighbouring country refused to send its cricket team for the Champions Trophy to be held in February-March next year.

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.

Pakistan is stepping up its diplomatic efforts to secure hosting rights for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy following India’s reported refusal to participate in the tournament if it is held in Pakistan.

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.