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Will India play Champions Trophy 2025?

Will India play Champions Trophy 2025?

Fans are crossing their fingers for the Champions Trophy 2025 to happen and to see India vs Pakistan, but the issue is not getting resolved.

Since the ICC announced Pakistan as the host of the Champions Trophy 2025, the tournament has been surrounded by uncertainty, as both India and Pakistan are unwilling to compromise on their demands. Due to political tensions, India is not ready to travel to Pakistan, while Pakistan refuses to accept the hybrid model. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is attempting to bring both teams to an agreement, but the issue remains unresolved. The biggest question in this situation is: Will India play in the Champions Trophy 2025?

The eight-team Champions Trophy is set to take place at three venues in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9. However, due to the current situation, the ICC likely to use a backup plan.

Will India play Champions Trophy 2025?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has informed the ICC that India will not travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, as per reports by ESPNcricinfo. So, there is like zero percentage possibility of India to agree to travel to nieghbouring country. On the other hand, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi had previously ruled out the hybrid model and denied any discussions about it.

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India or Pakistan in Champions Trophy 2025

In the ongoing battle of egos, it is possible that either India or Pakistan will step down from participating in the tournament. If Pakistan does not accept the hybrid model, India will not take part in the tournament. On the other hand, Pakistan, fearing financial losses, wants the tournament to be held entirely in their country. This issue has become difficult for the ICC to resolve. However, with India having more influence, the decision could go in their favor.

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