Pakistan's trickery did not work in front of BCCI, they rejected this offer

Champions Trophy 2025 / Pakistan's trickery did not work in front of BCCI, they rejected this offer

Champions Trophy 2025 - Pakistan's trickery did not work in front of BCCI, they rejected this offer

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan is hosting the Champions Trophy 2025, which is to be held in the month of February-March. However, due to the strained relations between India and Pakistan, there is a cloud of uncertainty over this tournament. Amid speculations of the Indian cricket team not going to Pakistan, the hosting of the tournament may also be in danger.

PCB's offer to BCCI

According to a Cricbuzz report, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had given a unique proposal to the BCCI. Under this proposal, the PCB gave the Indian cricket team the option that they can return to India the same day after playing matches in Pakistan. This will not require the Indian team to spend the night in Pakistan. The PCB had also assured that they would do everything possible to ensure the safety of the Indian team. Also, the Indian team can make their base camp in Mohali, Chandigarh or New Delhi while playing in Pakistan, from where they can return after every match.

BCCI's response

However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has rejected this proposal. According to a Dainik Jagran report, a senior BCCI official has not confirmed any such proposal and said that they have not received any such letter from the PCB. This situation makes the future of the tournament even more complicated.

Pakistan's hosting struggle

Pakistan has not hosted any ICC tournament since 1996, and organising the Champions Trophy 2025 is very important for them. The Pakistan Cricket Board is extremely keen on this tournament and has submitted a schedule to the ICC to host matches in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi. The PCB is investing heavily for this event and has promised to make it a world-class event.

But the biggest challenge for Pakistan is the participation of the Indian team, which is highly important for the success of the tournament. The Pakistan government and the PCB have tried to convince the ICC about security and other facilities, but the final decision lies in the hands of the Indian government and the BCCI.

ECB's response

England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chairmen Richard Gould and Richard Thompson recently met Pakistan Cricket Board officials. The talks discussed the Champions Trophy 2025, the participation of the Indian team, and the role of BCCI secretary Jay Shah. The ECB clearly stated that India's absence will cause huge losses to the tournament, especially from the broadcast rights and commercial point of view. If the Indian team does not participate in the tournament, other options like a hybrid model for the tournament can be considered, but the Indian team's place cannot be filled by any other team.

Conclusion

There is a tough conflict between Pakistan's hard work and India's decision to organize the Champions Trophy 2025. This tournament is a big opportunity for Pakistan, but its success is doubtful without India's participation. Now all eyes are on the decision of the BCCI and the Government of India, which will determine the future of this prestigious tournament.