Pakistan was set to host an ICC event after years, with preparations for the 2025 Champions Trophy well underway. However, complications arose after India announced its unwillingness to tour Pakistan.
In response, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been actively seeking a resolution. Key discussions recently took place in Dubai, where PCB officials engaged with ICC executives, and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi held a video call with BCCI Secretary Jay Shah.
During these meetings, the PCB presented a “Partnership or Fusion Formula,” proposing that teams from Pakistan and India have their matches at a neutral venue, Dubai, for all ICC events hosted by either nation over the next three years. This formula aims to promote fairness and address longstanding tensions between the two boards.
While the BCCI initially showed interest in the neutral venue proposal for the Champions Trophy, progress has been slow. Over the weekend, the BCCI cited holidays as a reason for delays, with additional closures in UAE offices prolonging the matter. With Jay Shah assuming the ICC Chairmanship, the proposal’s fate remains uncertain.
The deadlock has escalated tensions, with broadcasters scheduled to meet in Dubai on Thursday. They expect the ICC to present the Champions Trophy schedule, and any further delays could lead to tough questions from rights holders, increasing pressure on the governing body.
Last Friday’s ICC Board Directors meeting in Dubai, lasting only 15 minutes, underscored the urgency of the issue but offered no resolution. PCB officials, including Chairman Naqvi, have since returned to Pakistan.
Speculation suggests that if the hybrid model is rejected, the Champions Trophy could be relocated, excluding Pakistan as the host. While a final decision is expected soon, the matter might go to a vote, where India’s influence could be decisive.
Meanwhile, the PCB is exploring legal options to defend its stance. Consultations with UK-based lawyers have already begun, signaling the board’s intent to take action if necessary.
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Screw up India.
gay Mohsin Naqvi has the guts to bark only against the poor people of Pakistan when he is in the field against a world leader he becomes gay and cannot even talk properly nor is he able to maintain self-respect just giggling around Jay Shah and beg him to at least okay even at a neutral venue. when you don’t respect your people you will not be respected in the world arena Mr gay Naqvi.
Mohsin naqvi kabhi nahi jukay ga
India is ruling by Hindtuva and extremists
It’s fake superiority complex