Why was the 2025 Champions Trophy meeting postponed?
The most important update we have here is that the emergency meeting originally scheduled for November 29 between the Pakistan cricket Board (PCB), the International cricket Council (ICC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has taken place has now been postponed to Saturday November 30th. Let’s take a look at “Why was the Champions Trophy 2025 meeting postponed?”
The ICC Board's emergency meeting on the Champions Trophy was aborted on November 29 after just 20 minutes without a concrete decision. The delay was due to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) refusing to accept the hybrid model proposal. Although around 15 board members took part, no agreement could be reached. The delay in this crucial meeting has raised questions about the ongoing tensions surrounding the Champions Trophy and India's possible participation in the Champions Trophy Champions Trophy 2025.
India's stance on Champions Trophy 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) are strongly committed not to participate in the tournament if Team India's matches are played in Pakistan. Due to strained political relations and security concerns, Team India has not toured Pakistan since 2008. This makes it difficult for India to participate in events in Pakistan, including the upcoming ICC tournament.
What does the ICC emergency meeting mean for CT 2025?
The ICC has called this meeting to suggest two options to resolve this ongoing dispute between the BCCI and PCB regarding the 2025 Champions Trophy. The first option involves hosting three Indian group stage matches, a semi-final and the final in a neutral country, with the UAE seen as the likely venue given its proximity to Pakistan and India.
The second option is for both the semi-final and final to be played in Pakistan if India fails to qualify for the knockout stages. Sources have also indicated that the meeting could last longer than 24 hours and the parties would work towards a resolution in the coming days.
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