Champions Trophy has faced a new roadblock, with BCCI reportedly refusing to accept the hybrid conditions laid down by the PCB.

Sources within the BCCI suggest that internal discussions on these matters remain ongoing. Given Shah’s political affiliation with the ruling BJP, which has a tough stance on Pakistan, there is concern over whether he would visit Pakistan to present the trophy in the event of a Pakistan win.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reportedly want a written guarantee from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), ensuring a hybrid model for the next four ICC events in India.

F ormer India spinner Harbhajan Singh asked the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to keep their ego aside and accept the hybrid model for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. The eight-

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India have retracted from their earlier stance, agreeing to play their future matches in ICC tournaments on a hybrid model and easing the way for next year’s Champions Trophy to be held.

The last time Pakistan hosted an ICC event was in the year of 1996. The Asia Cup, held in the country last year, was also conducted in a hybrid model, with all of India’s games taking place in Sri Lanka.

There has been a lot of conversations surrounding the Champions Trophy 2025 with India refusing to travel to Pakistan over security concerns.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is ready to accept the Hybrid model for Champions Trophy 2025, but had put forth a one condition before the International Cricket Council.