India Pak Controversy On Champions Trophy 2025  All You Need To Know About

India Pak Controversy On Champions Trophy 2025 All You Need To Know About

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ICC champions trophy 2025 is scheduled to be held in Pakistan from 19 February to 9 March 2025

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Whereas the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently confirmed that India will not be sending its national team to Pakistan, citing security concerns

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) notified the PCB of India’s decision on Sunday via email, which was then forwarded to the Pakistani government

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However, former Pakistan cricketers, asserting that the security situation in Pakistan has improved significantly, and the country is now as safe as it can be for international teams

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has expressed its frustration over India’s stance where PCB about boycotting the Champions Trophy if India continues to refuse to travel to Pakistan

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The PTI report states that the Pakistani government could ask the PCB to stop playing against India in ICC or other multilateral tournaments

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India has not sent its cricket team to Pakistan since the Asia Cup in 2008

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South Africa and the UAE are considered the top contenders to host the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy if Pakistan decides to withdraw at the last minute, sources

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