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During the ICC Board meeting on Friday, November 29, the International Cricket Council told the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that the only viable option for the Champions Trophy 2025 now is the hybrid model. The Mohsin Naqvi-led board yesterday gave its final reply to the ICC regarding their offer. The PCB has agreed to a hybrid model for the mega-tournament, but has also said that if India pulls out, the final of the showpiece event will be held in Lahore and if India ever hosts an ICC tournament, they will host their matches at a neutral venue. But will play. Dubai will host all of India's matches including the group stage and semi-finals, including the final if the Men in Blue qualify.
This happened when the Indian government refused to allow its team to go to Pakistan. After the board meeting, the PCB reiterated its stance that all matches should be played in Pakistan and said it would not accept the hybrid model. Nevertheless, he was informed that this arrangement would not work. This decision may lead to a compromise and Pakistan may get partial hosting rights for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Twelve full ICC members, three associate members and the ICC president participated in a virtual meeting on Friday, but no agreement could be reached. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi had come from Dubai to attend the conference.
what was the decision
– PCB agreed to the hybrid model.
-Dubai will host India's matches.
If India qualifies, one of the semi-finals and final will be held in Dubai.
If India is eliminated before then Pakistan will host both the semi-finals and the final.
– Gate money will not be shared with the Emirates Cricket Board for India matches.
What would have happened if Pakistan had refused the hybrid model?
If the PCB had rejected the proposal, the ICC board would have voted against their stance. If PCB had remained adamant, its hosting rights would have been taken away and given to a third country. Due to this, Pakistan does not even get a chance to play in the much-awaited mega-tournament.
PCB wants to benefit from this proposal
After lengthy talks with the ICC, the Pakistan Cricket Board is under pressure to give its final decision on the suggested hybrid format. Pakistan is willing to accept the hybrid arrangement, but is requesting certain benefits to protect its interests. A backup plan to host the Champions Trophy 2025 final in Lahore in case India does not qualify is one of their requests, and they also demanded that when India hosts future ICC tournaments, it will be a hybrid Using the model, their own matches will be played at a neutral venue outside India. The PCB's response could significantly impact the future of the event and determine the outcome of the next ICC board meeting.
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi faces a big challenge, which involves striking a balance between the logistical requirements of the event and the political constraints. Nevertheless, it has been claimed that the ICC has highlighted the financial benefits of holding the Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Dubai, including increased gate receipts. A formal announcement regarding these decisions is expected on December 1.
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