BCCI breaks silence on India visiting Pakistan for Champions Trophy

MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet decided on sending the Indian cricket team to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, according to Secretary Jay Shah.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) awarded hosting rights to Pakistan.

The tournament, scheduled for 2025, will feature eight teams, with their spots determined by performances in the 2023 ODI World Cup held in India.

India has been placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, while Group B includes Australia, England, South Africa, and Afghanistan.

When questioned about India’s participation in Pakistan for Champions Trophy, Shah stated, “No stand as of now. We will cross the bridge when it comes.”

Remember, reports emerged in Indian media, citing a source from the BCCI, that the Indian team will not be visiting Pakistan for the upcoming ICC event.

Further reports claimed that the board has formally proposed Dubai and Sri Lanka as potential venues for hosting India’s matches.

The last time India toured Pakistan was during the 2008 Asia Cup, while Pakistan’s most recent visit to India was for a bilateral series in 2012-13.