Pakistan seeks clarity over India's refusal to travel, says no to hybrid model

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has written to the International Cricket Council (ICC) seeking clarification on India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, India Today has learnt. In its letter to the ICC, the PCB has requested an official explanation regarding India's stance. The communication from Pakistan does not discuss the event format or a potential hybrid model.

“Our position on the event is already public: the entire ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be held in Pakistan. This stance has been made clear, and there is nothing new in this regard,” a PCB source stated.

The PCB's letter follows notification



from the ICC that India would not be travelling to Pakistan for the high-profile 50-over tournament, marking the tournament’s return to the cricket calendar after an eight-year absence. The PCB has confirmed in a statement that it was informed by the ICC about the BCCI’s decision.

Reportedly, the PCB has forwarded the ICC’s communication to the Pakistani government to determine the next steps.

This stand-off between the PCB and BCCI has left the future of the Champions Trophy in doubt. Pakistan has already allocated close to 17 billion rupees to upgrade stadiums in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi in preparation for the tournament next year.