ICC Modifies Champions Trophy Tour After India’s Objections

Overview

• The ICC Champions Trophy tour will begin in Islamabad, Pakistan, and travel to several cities before the tournament starts in January 2025.
• Cities in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir were initially included in the tour but were removed after India raised objections.
• The revised tour will cover cities such as Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Abbottabad, among others, excluding disputed territories.
• The trophy will also visit Afghanistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, England, and India before the tournament begins.
• India has expressed reluctance to participate in the tournament in Pakistan, prompting ICC to consider alternative hosting solutions.