The ICC faces a daunting challenge following the PCB's direct response to India’s refusal to cross the border for the 2025 Champions Trophy

PCB seeks clarification from ICC on BCCI's refusal to play in Pakistan for the 2025 ODI Champions Trophy, considering a hybrid model for the event.

If the PCB withdraws the Pakistan team from the Champions Trophy, it could be subject to ICC sanctions, which could include significant ICC budget reductions. Furthermore, the PCB would lose out on approximately USD 65 million in hosting fees if the Champions Trophy were moved or postponed.

The sources further revealed that the PCB has made it clear in the letter that the Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan, and that the hybrid model (which involves splitting the tournament between multiple countries) will not be accepted. The PCB questioned why India was refusing to travel to Pakistan while other teams were willing.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) faces a significant challenge after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has formally sought clarification from the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, a PCB spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday.

The ICC recently wrote to the PCB informing India's decision of not participating in the upcoming Champions Trophy. In response, the PCB is seeking guidance from its government to come up with a definitive stance on the matter.

The PCB was told last Friday by the ICC that the BCCI has not been given permission by the Indian government for the Indian team to travel to Pakistan for the tournament, schedule

The saga surrounding the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy shows no signs of cooling as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) faces increasing pressure following India’s insistence on a neutral venue. Reports indicate that should PCB choose to boycott the tournament over these demands,

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