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“Indian Team To Tour Pakistan For Champions Trophy 2025 If Modi Govt Permits”: BCCI

Source: Crictoday

As per latest news, team India’s much-anticipated visit to Pakistan for the ICC Champion’s Trophy next year is facing a political hurdle. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) threw a curveball, asserting that the tour hinges entirely on approval from the Indian government.

Trophy in doubt: Politics on the pitch?

BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla’s statement was a dampener for cricket enthusiasts hoping for a historic clash. Shukla’s firm stance highlighted the BCCI’s dependence on government directives when it comes to team itineraries. This throws a giant question mark over the feasibility of the entire tour.

Source: Times of India
Source: Times of India

On the other side of the border, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is working tirelessly to prepare for the Champions Trophy 2025. They’ve proposed Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi as potential host cities, submitted the plans to the International Cricket Council (ICC), and are awaiting feedback from participating nations.

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The potential India-Pakistan clash has the power to electrify the cricketing world. With passionate fan bases on both sides, a series in Pakistan would be a rating juggernaut. However, the decision ultimately rests with the Indian government now.

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