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[Report] ICC approves the hybrid model for the Champions Trophy 2025 following an agreement between the PCB and BCCI [Post Updated #4739]

Regardless of how this turns out, my biggest takeaway is that ICC is a complete joke and laughing stock. It's essentially an event management organization and it can't even do that half decently. Any person with a functioning brain in ICC should have seen that India was not going to visit Pakistan and this nonsense should have already been worked out long ago.

Tournament is like 2.5 months away and there's no schedule. Scheduling for ODI WC was also done last minute. T20 WC was a debacle with last minute NY ground & pitches construction and the drop-in pitches in NY were horrific and super costly. Other than ICC caving into whatever big 3 demands are, is there anything they even do at this point? Bunch of boards throughout the world are barely hanging on, there is nothing being done to grow the game over time. You even have a rep running another board (Jay Shah & BCCI) and then next day running ICC - what utter nonsense is this, how is there not a transition period to go from running one board to running the ICC and what do you do to ensure conflict of interest doesn't arise?

Whatever the outcome, ICC should be dissolved because it is completely useless and a farce.
 
Nasty Naz said:
Regardless of how this turns out, my biggest takeaway is that ICC is a complete joke and laughing stock. It's essentially an event management organization and it can't even do that half decently. Any person with a functioning brain in ICC should have seen that India was not going to visit Pakistan and this nonsense should have already been worked out long ago.

Tournament is like 2.5 months away and there's no schedule. Scheduling for ODI WC was also done last minute. T20 WC was a debacle with last minute NY ground & pitches construction and the drop-in pitches in NY were horrific and super costly. Other than ICC caving into whatever big 3 demands are, is there anything they even do at this point? Bunch of boards throughout the world are barely hanging on, there is nothing being done to grow the game over time. You even have a rep running another board (Jay Shah & BCCI) and then next day running ICC - what utter nonsense is this, how is there not a transition period to go from running one board to running the ICC and what do you do to ensure conflict of interest doesn't arise?

Whatever the outcome, ICC should be dissolved because it is completely useless and a farce.
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Very true.
Might as well revert to the old days when the MCC ran world cricket and England toured abroad under the MCC umbrella.
Though now let the BCCI officially run things as they are doing that covertly anyway.

The clincher for me was Greg Barclay, the outgoing ICC chairman, saying he did not know what was going on in the game and feared for its future.

The ICC is even more useless than the UN and that’s saying something.
 
Hikaru said:
Two different countries, two different security situations. I am not obliged to visit Syria just because some Syrian visited India. Doesn't work like that.
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This is one of the most comical reason I have heard on this topic. Australia has visited Pakistan after 1998, England & New Zealand has visited two times, SA, WI, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh all have visited. But no no India cannot visit Pakistan and they want Pakistan to visit India in every ICC tournament and play super Sunday match at Ahmedabad because they want to earn dollars.
 
zaidihusain said:
This is one of the most comical reason I have heard on this topic. Australia has visited Pakistan after 1998, England & New Zealand has visited two times, SA, WI, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh all have visited. But no no India cannot visit Pakistan and they want Pakistan to visit India in every ICC tournament and play super Sunday match at Ahmedabad because they want to earn dollars.
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Post of the century and a good response to the HindUstan supporters
 
Hikaru said:
Two different countries, two different security situations. I am not obliged to visit Syria just because some Syrian visited India. Doesn't work like that.
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well BCCI has not exactly come out with a specific details of security threat and have not shared any concerns in Board meeting when security plan was approved

You just do not pass a sweeping and General statement that Pakistan is not safe for Cricket teams and then you get to go home thinking that is enough for others to accept your narrative

For Pakistanis , it’s a made up excuse and Indians are not bold enough to admit it. For All the power BCCI got , they cant even come forward and admit the fact that decision to not visit Pak is not a security concern but a political concern . And many of posters here have admitted that its a payback for 93 Coca Cola Tournament snub or 26/11 revenge but still shamelessly and hypocritically continue with security concern narrative
 
Nasty Naz said:
Regardless of how this turns out, my biggest takeaway is that ICC is a complete joke and laughing stock. It's essentially an event management organization and it can't even do that half decently. Any person with a functioning brain in ICC should have seen that India was not going to visit Pakistan and this nonsense should have already been worked out long ago.

Tournament is like 2.5 months away and there's no schedule. Scheduling for ODI WC was also done last minute. T20 WC was a debacle with last minute NY ground & pitches construction and the drop-in pitches in NY were horrific and super costly. Other than ICC caving into whatever big 3 demands are, is there anything they even do at this point? Bunch of boards throughout the world are barely hanging on, there is nothing being done to grow the game over time. You even have a rep running another board (Jay Shah & BCCI) and then next day running ICC - what utter nonsense is this, how is there not a transition period to go from running one board to running the ICC and what do you do to ensure conflict of interest doesn't arise?

Whatever the outcome, ICC should be dissolved because it is completely useless and a farce.
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I cannot wait to dance on the grave of ICC.
 
zaidihusain said:
This is one of the most comical reason I have heard on this topic. Australia has visited Pakistan after 1998, England & New Zealand has visited two times, SA, WI, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh all have visited. But no no India cannot visit Pakistan and they want Pakistan to visit India in every ICC tournament and play super Sunday match at Ahmedabad because they want to earn dollars.
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What countries are UN declared terrorists in Pakistan targetting? What places did Pakistan's state guest Dawood Ibrahim bomb? Somehwere in Australia or South Africa?

Indian players being high profile targets will obviously not visit Pakistan. If Pakistan can make a similar case against India, they should do the same. You reserve that right.
 
BCCI wanted 1 way hybrid but instead they have to agree to a 2-way hybrid model, judge yourself who stands tall.
 
rpant_gabba said:
why would I worry? I materially gain or lose anything from what happens.

for me, these discussions are lightweight exchange of ideas. Gives a window in to why situations are the way they are in difference countries/societies
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Asking for a simple reply from you on this topic.

BCCI wanted PCB to play according to Hybrid model but wanted PCB to come to India to play all games YES???

BUT PCB made them to agree upon a 2-way hybrid model. Who gained more?
 
BouncerGuy said:
Asking for a simple reply from you on this topic.

BCCI wanted PCB to play according to Hybrid model but wanted PCB to come to India to play all games YES???

BUT PCB made them to agree upon a 2-way hybrid model. Who gained more?
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has it happened yet? how about we not count the chickens before they hatch?

If Pak gets it till 2031, that will be a big big win.

If it is till 2027 with finals out of India, big win.

If any the above is happening, why would they cancel the meeting topday? why is Naqvi very quiet?


If I were betting man, no way on hell BCCI would agree to to held hostage by PCB.
 
rpant_gabba said:
has it happened yet? how about we not count the chickens before they hatch?

If Pak gets it till 2031, that will be a big big win.

If it is till 2027 with finals out of India, big win.

If I were betting man, no way on hell BCCI would agree to to held hostage by PCB.
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well, let's wait for the final decision then.
 
rpant_gabba said:
has it happened yet? how about we not count the chickens before they hatch?

If Pak gets it till 2031, that will be a big big win.

If it is till 2027 with finals out of India, big win.

If any the above is happening, why would they cancel the meeting topday? why is Naqvi very quiet?


If I were betting man, no way on hell BCCI would agree to to held hostage by PCB.
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BouncerGuy said:
well, let's wait for the final decision then.
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will you bet based on this messaging?

>>>"We had a meeting (with the ICC) today, it's been postponed. Once the details have been finalised, we'll update you. We will not disappoint the nation," Mohsin Naqvi said in a video posted by PCB on X (formerly known as Twitter).

"Talks are still ongoing, but I do not want to say anything that is premature. We are aiming to achieve the best for Pakistan and international cricket. If the ICC progresses, cricket will progress. If there is a dent in the ICC, it will be felt across the world," he added.<<<
 
rpant_gabba said:
will you bet based on this messaging?

>>>"We had a meeting (with the ICC) today, it's been postponed. Once the details have been finalised, we'll update you. We will not disappoint the nation," Mohsin Naqvi said in a video posted by PCB on X (formerly known as Twitter).

"Talks are still ongoing, but I do not want to say anything that is premature. We are aiming to achieve the best for Pakistan and international cricket. If the ICC progresses, cricket will progress. If there is a dent in the ICC, it will be felt across the world," he added.<<<
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The model is already accepted verbally just need written formality and Naqvi is waiting for final documents signed and approved by both BCCI and ICC hence he is keeping his lips tight.
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
well BCCI has not exactly come out with a specific details of security threat and have not shared any concerns in Board meeting when security plan was approved

You just do not pass a sweeping and General statement that Pakistan is not safe for Cricket teams and then you get to go home thinking that is enough for others to accept your narrative

For Pakistanis , it’s a made up excuse and Indians are not bold enough to admit it. For All the power BCCI got , they cant even come forward and admit the fact that decision to not visit Pak is not a security concern but a political concern . And many of posters here have admitted that its a payback for 93 Coca Cola Tournament snub or 26/11 revenge but still shamelessly and hypocritically continue with security concern narrative
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BCCI hasn't been given security clearance by GoI. The government isn't bound by what happens at the ICC board meeting and security plans there. They have their own intelligence reports and threat assessment. So ICC board meeting and discussion on security plans there are of no consequence.

GoI will not share intelligence with Pakistani government.
 
Deal done 2 days ago than why are they are not announcing the schedule yet?

Bus Naqvi seye jarur puchna ki 2026 World T20 final pe kya bat hui thi ?

:kp
 
I can only laugh at the naivety of the people who thinks it will be a 2 way hybrid model. Some folks simply don't learn.

In this CT, India won't set foot in Pakistan as per their original demand. Drag Pakistan to Dubai to face India and also one semi final and final will be in Dubai. I can also assure you the final will be in Dubai irrespective of India qualifies or not. You can't change venue at the last minute looking at the result of a team. There is proper protocol of ticket sales, pitch preperation etc. So this final will be in Lahore if India don'y qualify is another goli.

Next and only ICC event in India till 2027 is WT20 2026 which is already has a co-host in SL. So all Pak matches will be played in SL which would have been the case anyway. They will still be forced to come to India for the India game. If whoever the PCB chairman then remains firm, then ICC will simply put Ind and Pak in separate groups like 2011 WC. However, I can guarantee you Indian team will not fly to SL to play any of its matches. Did we forget 2023 WC when Indian team flew pillar to post in every nook and corner of the country to play their league games? It is bcoz Indian team sells tickets and makes revenue. So there is no question of sending the team to SL to play the big ticket Ind v Pak game. It will not happen in million years.

Now coming to knock outs, one semi final will still be in SL as per original schedule. Unless that semi final is between Ind v Pak and if Pak qualifies, they get to play in SL. However, final will be in India irrespective of which ever team qualifies. If anyone thinks ICC headed by Amit Shahs son will let go hosting a final in 100k capacity Ahmedabad stadium infront of whose who and will host in Colombo for sake of PCB, they are the biggest fools. LOL.

Even Moshin Naqvi knows all these and maintaining silence on this topic. Pakistan lost this saga when they accepted the hybrid model. Rest all is topi drama for posturing and keep janata happy.
 
Rajdeep said:
I can only laugh at the naivety of the people who thinks it will be a 2 way hybrid model. Some folks simply don't learn.

In this CT, India won't set foot in Pakistan as per their original demand. Drag Pakistan to Dubai to face India and also one semi final and final will be in Dubai. I can also assure you the final will be in Dubai irrespective of India qualifies or not. You can't change venue at the last minute looking at the result of a team. There is proper protocol of ticket sales, pitch preperation etc. So this final will be in Lahore if India don'y qualify is another goli.

Next and only ICC event in India till 2027 is WT20 2026 which is already has a co-host in SL. So all Pak matches will be played in SL which would have been the case anyway. They will still be forced to come to India for the India game. If whoever the PCB chairman then remains firm, then ICC will simply put Ind and Pak in separate groups like 2011 WC. However, I can guarantee you Indian team will not fly to SL to play any of its matches. Did we forget 2023 WC when Indian team flew pillar to post in every nook and corner of the country to play their league games? It is bcoz Indian team sells tickets and makes revenue. So there is no question of sending the team to SL to play the big ticket Ind v Pak game. It will not happen in million years.

Now coming to knock outs, one semi final will still be in SL as per original schedule. Unless that semi final is between Ind v Pak and if Pak qualifies, they get to play in SL. However, final will be in India irrespective of which ever team qualifies. If anyone thinks ICC headed by Amit Shahs son will let go hosting a final in 100k capacity Ahmedabad stadium infront of whose who and will host in Colombo for sake of PCB, they are the biggest fools. LOL.

Even Moshin Naqvi knows all these and maintaining silence on this topic. Pakistan lost this saga when they accepted the hybrid model. Rest all is topi drama for posturing and keep janata happy.
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Which part of PCB's demand for having everything in writing did you not understand? PCB is well aware that BCCI's verbal commitments offer no guarantee, which is why they are insisting on a written assurance from the ICC. :inti
 
Even the mere thought of India playing some of their games at a neutral venue for a tournament hosted by India has sent shivers down the spines of some Indian fans. Yet, these same fans expect Pakistan to accept a one-sided hybrid model and play their matches at a neutral venue. :inti
 
rpant_gabba said:
has it happened yet? how about we not count the chickens before they hatch?

If Pak gets it till 2031, that will be a big big win.

If it is till 2027 with finals out of India, big win.

If any the above is happening, why would they cancel the meeting topday? why is Naqvi very quiet?


If I were betting man, no way on hell BCCI would agree to to held hostage by PCB.
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You realised this after doing multiple bhangra on 50+ pages. What happened to "india will do this" and "India will do that." Now you want to wait for final decision 😂😂

Confident level has gone from sky high to the bottom of the rocks 🤭
 
Bhaag Viru Bhaag said:
Which part of PCB's demand for having everything in writing did you not understand? PCB is well aware that BCCI's verbal commitments offer no guarantee, which is why they are insisting on a written assurance from the ICC. :inti
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BCCI will never give anything in writing. The only thing ICC will do now is give assurances to PCB and will tell them trust me bro when time comes we will do hybrid.

What is this 'give in writing' business anyway? It was also written in paper na that CT 2025 will be played in Pakistan? Is it happening?

Nearer to the time of WT20 2026, ICC will simply send its security team to India to keep PCB happy and will conclude that India is safe to play and as such there is no threat of hosting the finals in India. What will PCB do then? Take that paper and go to court? LOL. I have seen all of these too many times to fall for these dramas.

Also, PCBs security concerns doesn't seem genuine and more like *** for tat thing. Unlike India who are saying they will not send its team come what may, PCB is saying they will send its team only if India also travel to Pakistan. This doesn't sound very genuine to me.

I still believe India should have gone to Pakistan for CT. However once they refused, PCB should have remained firm of not hosting it in hybrid model come what may. Now that they have given up on that, they lost this case whatever lure ICC gives them now.
 
Devadwal said:
Deal done 2 days ago than why are they are not announcing the schedule yet?

Bus Naqvi seye jarur puchna ki 2026 World T20 final pe kya bat hui thi ?

:kp
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Naqvi wants it in writing: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are considered the weekend in Dubai, and no official paperwork is processed during these days. 😎
 
emranabbas said:
Naqvi wants it in writing: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are considered the weekend in Dubai, and no official paperwork is processed during these days. 😎
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If Naqvi remains adamant, then CT will either be cancelled or postponed. If this happens both PCB and ICC will lose money. There will be no loss for BCCI.

One thing for sure, BCCI will not give anything in writing. Bcoz giving in writing for an event that will happen 2 years later is absurd and an admission that security situation of India will not be good then. No one can preempt the future and so the demand of give it in writing is absurd and childish. SL is a co host and will remain a co host. The venue for final will be decided near the time of tournament accessing the security situation. That is max that ICC can offer unfortunately.

At a time when India is hosting GT20 summit and trying to become a major player in geo politics, BCCI will not write in paper that India is unsafe for a cricket tournament scheduled 2 years later. BCCI cant do it unilaterally anyway and have to first take permission from their baap sitting in New Delhi govt.
 
I have been following this news very closely and have reputable sources of information on the natter. The deal as it is has been current presented sent shockwaves through India.

The attitude is that we are meant to be bringing Pakistan down but have brought down ourselves in the process. That's why many BJP supporters and even politicians have been openly crying and spitting venom. Jay Shah is getting chittar behind the scenes and GOI doesn't understand how they are walking away with equal treatment to Pakistan so are running BJP negotiators over the coals. Honestly I am not trolling or making this up - they are absolutely livid with this proposal.

They will likely reject this deal also unless something happens today. These meeting delays aren't because of talks with Pakistan, it's for Indians to regroup and try to win back their pride. They feel slapped in the face.
 
Rajdeep said:
If Naqvi remains adamant, then CT will either be cancelled or postponed. If this happens both PCB and ICC will lose money. There will be no loss for BCCI.

One thing for sure, BCCI will not give anything in writing. Bcoz giving in writing for an event that will happen 2 years later is absurd and an admission that security situation of India will not be good then. No one can preempt the future and so the demand of give it in writing is absurd and childish. SL is a co host and will remain a co host. The venue for final will be decided near the time of tournament accessing the security situation. That is max that ICC can offer unfortunately.

At a time when India is hosting GT20 summit and trying to become a major player in geo politics, BCCI will not write in paper that India is unsafe for a cricket tournament scheduled 2 years later. BCCI cant do it unilaterally anyway and have to first take permission from their baap sitting in New Delhi govt.
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I don't believe they are asking for writing from BCCI but ICC. By the way the writing isn't saying India is unsafe. Pakistan have just said they are unwilling to travel. Everyone knows that the security stuff is just drama.

BJP government is rattled by this not for the reasons you are saying but because they spend a lot of time bringing down Pakistan so can't risk presenting a deal to Indian public that shows any level of parity. Nothing to do with security just ego.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
I have been following this news very closely and have reputable sources of information on the natter. The deal as it is has been current presented sent shockwaves through India.

The attitude is that we are meant to be bringing Pakistan down but have brought down ourselves in the process. That's why many BJP supporters and even politicians have been openly crying and spitting venom. Jay Shah is getting chittar behind the scenes and GOI doesn't understand how they are walking away with equal treatment to Pakistan so are running BJP negotiators over the coals. Honestly I am not trolling or making this up - they are absolutely livid with this proposal.

They will likely reject this deal also unless something happens today. These meeting delays aren't because of talks with Pakistan, it's for Indians to regroup and try to win back their pride. They feel slapped in the face.
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Indians (apart from those on this forum) are viewing this as a significant defeat.

I've been closely following Indian news sources, and Jay Shah is facing a lot of criticism, being labeled a "nepo kid" and more.

The majority of Indians are unhappy that matches are being shifted out of India to accommodate Pakistan.

For many, this is seen as a compromise on national pride and a reflection of poor management by the cricketing authorities.

There is a sense of disappointment that the BCCI, which is often seen as the most powerful cricket board, is unable to assert its position firmly in this scenario.

This perceived concession has left fans feeling that India's stature in international cricket is being undermined.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
I don't believe they are asking for writing from BCCI but ICC. By the way the writing isn't saying India is unsafe. Pakistan have just said they are unwilling to travel. Everyone knows that the security stuff is just drama.

BJP government is rattled by this not for the reasons you are saying but because they spend a lot of time bringing down Pakistan so can't risk presenting a deal to Indian public that shows any level of parity. Nothing to do with security just ego.
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Why? What is the reason behind it?
 
even if india agrees in principal they will renege when it will come to tournament time. pcb is stupid, bcci is whipped, ICC is toothless.
 
Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi while speaking during a podcast show, said:

"Pakistan cricket should be strong and self sufficient and take strong principled decisions. If India can't come and play in Pakistan then there is no reason for us to go and play any event in India."

"Even the ICC now has to decide whether its responsibility is to ensure every member nation gets to play cricket or it just wants to make money."
 
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cricketjoshila said:
BCCI hasn't been given security clearance by GoI. The government isn't bound by what happens at the ICC board meeting and security plans there. They have their own intelligence reports and threat assessment. So ICC board meeting and discussion on security plans there are of no consequence.

GoI will not share intelligence with Pakistani government.
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LOL

the threat is supposedly in Pakistan. why would nt GOI share details so threat can be minimized?

Its comical reasoning by you because Governments all over the world do share threat intel with each other and it does not compromise intelligence

Indian Posters are trying to Patronize everyone here thinking they have got some superior logic
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
LOL

the threat is supposedly in Pakistan. why would nt GOI share details so threat can be minimized?

Its comical reasoning by you because Governments all over the world do share threat intel with each other and it does not compromise intelligence

Indian Posters are trying to Patronize everyone here thinking they have got some superior logic
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Intelligence isn't shared with hostile states.
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
LMAO

Then say it out loud that we do not play Pak because it is a hostile state , why hide behind security clearance?
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Huh?

Indian team has security concerns in Pakistan.

Intelligence on that will not be shared with pakistan because Pakistan is a hostile state.
 
cricketjoshila said:
Huh?

Indian team has security concerns in Pakistan.

Intelligence on that will not be shared with pakistan because Pakistan is a hostile state.
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Indian Team has no security concern In Pakistan according to Pakistani Government and PCB and they are willing to provide highest level of security that state can provide to guests

If it cant be shared with Hostile state , what about ICC? so they can make sure its validity. so far its your words against Mine
 

Pakistan PM Jumps Into ICC Champions Trophy Row With BCCI, Assures PCB Of...​

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According to the report, PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had apparently met the PM on short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.​

Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has assured PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi of "complete support" on the issue of the hosting of the Champions Trophy next year and said the country should keep its self-respect while dealing with the matter, according to sources. Sharif, who is also the patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), also told Naqvi that it was not just about money and that the sentiments of the public should also be taken into consideration.

India has refused to play its Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan and instead demanded the tournament be played in a 'hybrid model', which would allow it to play its matches at a neutral venue.

According to a top International Cricket Council (ICC) source, the global governing body for the sport has reached a consensus to conduct the Champions Trophy in a hybrid model, allowing India to play its share of matches in Dubai while agreeing "in principle" to a similar arrangement in multi-lateral events till 2027.

Naqvi, on Sunday, briefed Sharif on the behind-the-scenes developments but the PCB didn't reveal details of the meeting.
"The Prime Minister assured his complete support to the PCB on the issue and appreciated the stance taken by the (PCB) chairman on India refusing to play in Pakistan in the mega-event," the source said.

He said that Naqvi was told by Sharif that everything was not about money and Pakistan should deal with the matter keeping its self-respect and pride.

"The stance adopted by the PCB reflects the feelings of all Pakistanis when it comes to the Champions Trophy after the refusal of India to play in Pakistan," Geo TV quoted the premier as telling Naqvi during the meeting.


Naqvi has said that any decision on the Champions Trophy would be taken after seeking advice from the government.
Another source close to the government said that Naqvi had apparently met the PM on a short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.

"Basically, Naqvi wanted to keep the PM updated and get his approval if the PCB decides to break the deadlock with any tough decision on the tournament," the source said.

The ICC headquarters in Dubai has been the hub of discussion around the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB on the hosting of ICC events for the next few years.

PCB wants the BCCI to accept a formula under which if India does not play any ICC event in Pakistan, the neighbouring team will also not visit India for any event.

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Pakistan PM Jumps Into ICC Champions Trophy Row With BCCI, Assures PCB Of... | Cricket News

According to the report, PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had apparently met the PM on short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.
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emranabbas said:

Pakistan PM Jumps Into ICC Champions Trophy Row With BCCI, Assures PCB Of...​

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According to the report, PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had apparently met the PM on short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.​

Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has assured PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi of "complete support" on the issue of the hosting of the Champions Trophy next year and said the country should keep its self-respect while dealing with the matter, according to sources. Sharif, who is also the patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), also told Naqvi that it was not just about money and that the sentiments of the public should also be taken into consideration.

India has refused to play its Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan and instead demanded the tournament be played in a 'hybrid model', which would allow it to play its matches at a neutral venue.

According to a top International Cricket Council (ICC) source, the global governing body for the sport has reached a consensus to conduct the Champions Trophy in a hybrid model, allowing India to play its share of matches in Dubai while agreeing "in principle" to a similar arrangement in multi-lateral events till 2027.

Naqvi, on Sunday, briefed Sharif on the behind-the-scenes developments but the PCB didn't reveal details of the meeting.
"The Prime Minister assured his complete support to the PCB on the issue and appreciated the stance taken by the (PCB) chairman on India refusing to play in Pakistan in the mega-event," the source said.

He said that Naqvi was told by Sharif that everything was not about money and Pakistan should deal with the matter keeping its self-respect and pride.

"The stance adopted by the PCB reflects the feelings of all Pakistanis when it comes to the Champions Trophy after the refusal of India to play in Pakistan," Geo TV quoted the premier as telling Naqvi during the meeting.


Naqvi has said that any decision on the Champions Trophy would be taken after seeking advice from the government.
Another source close to the government said that Naqvi had apparently met the PM on a short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.

"Basically, Naqvi wanted to keep the PM updated and get his approval if the PCB decides to break the deadlock with any tough decision on the tournament," the source said.

The ICC headquarters in Dubai has been the hub of discussion around the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB on the hosting of ICC events for the next few years.

PCB wants the BCCI to accept a formula under which if India does not play any ICC event in Pakistan, the neighbouring team will also not visit India for any event.

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Pakistan PM Jumps Into ICC Champions Trophy Row With BCCI, Assures PCB Of... | Cricket News

According to the report, PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had apparently met the PM on short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.
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Now govt has jumped into it

It will be not easy for this board
 
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Pakistan PM Jumps Into ICC Champions Trophy Row With BCCI, Assures PCB Of...​


Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has assured PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi of "complete support" on the issue of the hosting of the Champions Trophy next year and said the country should keep its self-respect while dealing with the matter, according to sources. Sharif, who is also the patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), also told Naqvi that it was not just about money and that the sentiments of the public should also be taken into consideration.

India has refused to play its Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan and instead demanded the tournament be played in a 'hybrid model', which would allow it to play its matches at a neutral venue.

According to a top International Cricket Council (ICC) source, the global governing body for the sport has reached a consensus to conduct the Champions Trophy in a hybrid model, allowing India to play its share of matches in Dubai while agreeing "in principle" to a similar arrangement in multi-lateral events till 2027.

Naqvi, on Sunday, briefed Sharif on the behind-the-scenes developments but the PCB didn't reveal details of the meeting.

"The Prime Minister assured his complete support to the PCB on the issue and appreciated the stance taken by the (PCB) chairman on India refusing to play in Pakistan in the mega-event," the source said.

He said that Naqvi was told by Sharif that everything was not about money and Pakistan should deal with the matter keeping its self-respect and pride.

"The stance adopted by the PCB reflects the feelings of all Pakistanis when it comes to the Champions Trophy after the refusal of India to play in Pakistan," Geo TV quoted the premier as telling Naqvi during the meeting.

Naqvi has said that any decision on the Champions Trophy would be taken after seeking advice from the government.

Another source close to the government said that Naqvi had apparently met the PM on a short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.

"Basically, Naqvi wanted to keep the PM updated and get his approval if the PCB decides to break the deadlock with any tough decision on the tournament," the source said.

The ICC headquarters in Dubai has been the hub of discussion around the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB on the hosting of ICC events for the next few years.

PCB wants the BCCI to accept a formula under which if India does not play any ICC event in Pakistan, the neighbouring team will also not visit India for any event.

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According to the report, PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had apparently met the PM on short notice to inform him about Pakistan's next step, as the Indian cricket board was not willing to accept the "fusion formula" proposed by the PCB to the ICC.
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PM lauds PCB’s ‘principled’ stance on ICC Champions Trophy

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday praised Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s “principled” stance over the hosting of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

The tournament, scheduled to take place in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9, has become embroiled in a dispute, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refusing to send its team to Pakistan, citing political and security concerns, despite assurances from all member boards regarding the security arrangements and the tentative match schedule.

BCCI representatives on Thursday turned down the PCB’s proposal of adopting a “partnership formula” for the next three years as part of efforts to break the ongoing deadlock between the two parties.

Addressing the continuing deadlock while speaking to the media in Lahore on Saturday, Naqvi said: “We had a meeting [with the ICC] today, it’s been postponed. Once the details have been finalised we’ll update you.”

Naqvi refused to answer or comment on any alleged developments with the ICC or the BCCI regarding the Champions Trophy, only saying that “we will not disappoint the nation”.

The PCB chairman called on the PM at his residence and briefed him about recent developments regarding the ICC Champions trophy.

“Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif expressed full confidence in Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi regarding the Champions Trophy tournament,” said a post from the Interior Ministry on X.

PM Shehbaz said that Naqvi’s stance on hosting the tournament reflected “the voice of Pakistanis”, adding that the chairman “represented sentiments of the 240 million Pakistanis before the ICC”.

“Pakistan’s prestige is the first and foremost while everything else is secondary,” the premier stressed.

Naqvi, who also holds the portfolio of the country’s interior minister, said the PCB is fully prepared to host the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan and all preparations were in place.

“We want victory for Pakistan and cricket,” Naqvi said.

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PM lauds PCB’s ‘principled’ stance on ICC Champions Trophy

Premier says PCB chairman has "represented the sentiments of 240 million Pakistanis".
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Giroux28 said:
Well as per Indian sources weren't the extra few dollars (30% in extra revenue) already offered to the PCB weeks ago to accept the hybrid model?

So why still the hold up?
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do you have the link?

There is so much noise, its hard to keep track.
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
Indian Team has no security concern In Pakistan according to Pakistani Government and PCB and they are willing to provide highest level of security that state can provide to guests

If it cant be shared with Hostile state , what about ICC? so they can make sure its validity. so far its your words against Mine
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The Pakistani government had made the same promise to SL team. It didn't work out.

Indian government will not take that risk. Any thing happens to the team, and it will be a disaster, Modi government will be under immense pressure to retaliate and if they don't BJP and Modi can kiss their political future goodbye.

I have said it before and i say it again, PCB should try to convince ICC to hold the tournament without India.

I as an Indian fan have no issues with that.
 
rpant_gabba said:
do you have the link?

There is so much noise, its hard to keep track.
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ICC should simply ask any host nation to shoulder the financial loss. Apply it to all hosts across all tournaments.

If a host is unable to do so change it. If they are willing go ahead with the tournament and replace the team unwilling to tour with another one.
 
Devadwal said:
Yes ,BCCI was behind the security situation of pakistan or Sri Lanka cricket teams attacked by terrorists in pakistan .

Yes ,BCCI is behind PCT becomes borderline minnow and losing against part timer player's


Yes, BCCI is behind stoping the growth rate of cricket becouse every other boards are generation more revenues for ICC which ICC disturbing to associate nations.

Want more reasons ,why is BCCI holding back cricket or these few examples are enough .



:kp
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BCCI criticized -> make it about Pakistan instead.

Indian BCCI bootlickers in a nutshell.
 
Bhaag Viru Bhaag said:
Which part of PCB's demand for having everything in writing did you not understand? PCB is well aware that BCCI's verbal commitments offer no guarantee, which is why they are insisting on a written assurance from the ICC. :inti
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Did they get a written assurance yet, I do think its a fair deal but can’t digest that BCCI accepted this, I think both parties need to wait and watch before doing bhangra.
 
jeeteshssaxena said:
Did they get a written assurance yet, I do think its a fair deal but can’t digest that BCCI accepted this, I think both parties need to wait and watch before doing bhangra.
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not sure why are convinced that it is fair deal. PCB's history and their commitment to visiting teams in the past suggest otherwise. the fair deal is for CT to ahead w/o India in Pak and ICC tournaments in India to go ahead without Pak. Pak was offered the opportunity to do this in WC2023

IMO it is hot air that BCCI will commit to have finals moved of India in Writing
 
rpant_gabba said:
Yup, Share intel with the hostile nation which has been sponsoring non state actors against you for decades
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Has the BCCI sent a security team to assess the arrangements for the upcoming Champions Trophy in Pakistan, or are they still relying on the outdated security plans shared by Sri Lanka in 2009? Additionally, have there been any threats from Pakistani groups indicating a desire to harm Indian players? Kindly share all the details so some of us can look into it. :inti
 
cricketjoshila said:
The Pakistani government had made the same promise to SL team. It didn't work out.

Indian government will not take that risk. Any thing happens to the team, and it will be a disaster, Modi government will be under immense pressure to retaliate and if they don't BJP and Modi can kiss their political future goodbye.

I have said it before and i say it again, PCB should try to convince ICC to hold the tournament without India.

I as an Indian fan have no issues with that.
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Predicted Response. That attack was 15 years ago. thats a lot of time passed.

SL Team was not given highest level of security during 2009 tour. It was simple protocol with couple of police vans in Entourage with Team bus that was not even bullet proof. There was no promise because there was no prior incident.

Again Indians are dwelling on decades old incident and they were nt even victims. They just have this incident to malign Pakistan. By logic of Indians , Germans should never be able to host any sports activity after Munich Attacks in 1972.
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
Predicted Response. That attack was 15 years ago. thats a lot of time passed.

SL Team was not given highest level of security during 2009 tour. It was simple protocol with couple of police vans in Entourage with Team bus that was not even bullet proof. There was no promise because there was no prior incident.

Again Indians are dwelling on decades old incident and they were nt even victims. They just have this incident to malign Pakistan. By logic of Indians , Germans should never be able to host any sports activity after Munich Attacks in 1972.
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Weren't they promised presidential level security? this was in the aftermath of the Marriott bombing.

Did PCB and Pak govt lie when they promised presidential security to SL team?
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
Predicted Response. That attack was 15 years ago. thats a lot of time passed.

SL Team was not given highest level of security during 2009 tour. It was simple protocol with couple of police vans in Entourage with Team bus that was not even bullet proof. There was no promise because there was no prior incident.

Again Indians are dwelling on decades old incident and they were nt even victims. They just have this incident to malign Pakistan. By logic of Indians , Germans should never be able to host any sports activity after Munich Attacks in 1972.
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Going by logic of these Indian posters, no game should take place in New Zealand since Christchurch terrorist attack happened a few years ago.

They are broken records.
 
rpant_gabba said:
Weren't they promised presidential level security? this was in the aftermath of the Marriott bombing.

Did PCB and Pak govt lie when they promised presidential security to SL team?
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Not sure couple of police vans escorting team bus that was not bullet proof can be classified as top tier security .

Whether they were promised or Not , It was clear lapse and lack of foresight on Part of security officials who were in charge

Incident happened decades ago. Pakistan has paid the price for it and moved on. Pretty Sure PCB , GOP are not taking anymore chances
 
Wasim Ghulam said:
Not sure couple of police vans escorting team bus that was not bullet proof can be classified as top tier security .

Whether they were promised or Not , It was clear lapse and lack of foresight on Part of security officials who were in charge

Incident happened decades ago. Pakistan has paid the price for it and moved on. Pretty Sure PCB , GOP are not taking anymore chances
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Obfuscation on your part. This was in the aftermath of 2008 Marriot bombing.

www.nytimes.com

For Pakistan, Attack Exposes Security Flaws (Published 2009)

A coordinated, commando-style ambush on the Sri Lankan cricket team in Pakistan on Tuesday revealed embarrassing security gaps in an increasingly unstable country.
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>>>To persuade the Sri Lankans to visit, the Pakistanis offered presidential-style security, Pakistani television reported.

But to show that the Sri Lankan cricket team did not receive the security it had asked for, the Dawn television channel on Tuesday night showed the elaborate motorcades with bulletproof vehicles traveling at high speed with flashing lights used by senior Pakistani officials.
In contrast, the television report showed bullet holes in the windows of the cricketers’ bus.<<<
 
rpant_gabba said:
Obfuscation on your part. This was in the aftermath of 2008 Marriot bombing.

www.nytimes.com

For Pakistan, Attack Exposes Security Flaws (Published 2009)

A coordinated, commando-style ambush on the Sri Lankan cricket team in Pakistan on Tuesday revealed embarrassing security gaps in an increasingly unstable country.
www.nytimes.com www.nytimes.com

>>>To persuade the Sri Lankans to visit, the Pakistanis offered presidential-style security, Pakistani television reported.

But to show that the Sri Lankan cricket team did not receive the security it had asked for, the Dawn television channel on Tuesday night showed the elaborate motorcades with bulletproof vehicles traveling at high speed with flashing lights used by senior Pakistani officials.
In contrast, the television report showed bullet holes in the windows of the cricketers’ bus.<<<
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Like i said world has moved on so did victims of the incident.

Man up and stop giving lame excuses
 
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