PCB chief made a big statement before CT, said victory is necessary for cricket

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan has got the hosting of Champions Trophy 2025, but India's refusal to participate in the tournament has raised questions over the event. Cricket relations between the two countries have long been strained due to political and security reasons. This time a new solution has been introduced at the center of the talks between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the International Cricket Council (ICC)—the hybrid model.

What is the proposal of the hybrid model?

The PCB has suggested that if India refuses to tour Pakistan, then its matches should be held in Dubai or a neutral venue. In return, the PCB has laid down the condition that all ICC tournaments to be held in India till 2031 should also be played on this model.

Mohsin Naqvi's statement

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has clarified his views on this issue. He said that his aim is only to promote cricket, but at the same time Pakistan's reputation and honor must also be maintained. Naqvi also said, "Cricket must win, but there should be equal terms for all parties. We will do what is best for cricket and the country."

Pakistan's changed stance

Earlier, the PCB had taken a tough stand and said that if they were not given full hosting rights, they would boycott the tournament. But now Pakistan is showing leniency on this matter. The board has said that they do not want a one-sided system, but want a system that will last on equal terms for a long time.

Demand for revenue share

According to sources, the PCB has also demanded that if the hybrid model is implemented, it should be given a greater share in the ICC's revenue cycle. Apart from this, due to security concerns, India will play its matches in Dubai, including the match against Pakistan.

Questions loom over the Champions Trophy

The Champions Trophy is scheduled to be held in February-March 2025. But the growing controversy over the event and the deadlock between the two countries has put a question mark on its success. It will be interesting to see how the ICC resolves this situation and what decision is taken in the best interest of cricket.

Way Forward

It is clear that the strained relations between India and Pakistan are not limited to sports alone. But resolving this impasse is important for cricket. Whether the hybrid model will resolve this dispute or both sides will agree on some other arrangement will become clear in the coming months.

Conclusion

The Champions Trophy 2025 is not only a festival of cricket but it can also become a symbol of diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan. All eyes are now on the next move of the ICC and the talks between the two boards.