ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Faces Deadlock Over India-Pakistan Hosting Dispute

India's refusal to play in Pakistan due to security concerns prompts hybrid hosting model discussions, with Dubai emerging as a potential venue for key matches.

India has reiterated its stance of not sending its cricket team to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, citing security concerns.
A proposed hybrid model suggests India and Pakistan play their matches in Dubai, with this arrangement potentially extending to other ICC events for the next three years.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has softened its stance but seeks assurances from the ICC on equal treatment, including hosting rights and revenue parity for future events held in India.
The ICC has yet to finalize the tournament's format, with discussions ongoing to balance the interests of both nations and ensure a fair solution.
The tournament, scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025, remains uncertain as both sides continue to negotiate terms for participation and venue arrangements.