Pakistan grants visas to Indian journalists for Champions Trophy

Pakistan on Monday granted visas to all Indian journalists who applied for accreditation for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

The eight-team tournament is set to commence on February 19 in Karachi, with hosts Pakistan facing New Zealand in the opener.

A total of seven Indian journalists sought visas to cover the tournament, and their applications have been approved without any objection.

Eight teams, including Pakistan, India, Australia, and Afghanistan, will compete in this prestigious tournament.

One of the most anticipated encounters between arch-rivals Pakistan and India will occur on February 23, in Dubai.

In a related development, all six team have arrived in Pakistan. While India and Bangladesh reached Dubai, where they will play their opening game against each other.