Sat Nov 23 13:52:32 UTC 2024: ## Champions Trophy Schedule Uncertain: Pakistan Denies Meeting, ICC to Discuss India’s Participation

**LAHORE** – Uncertainty continues to shroud the upcoming Champions Trophy, with conflicting reports emerging about potential solutions. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has denied reports of a November 26th virtual meeting with the ICC and BCCI to resolve the scheduling impasse caused by India’s refusal to send its team to Pakistan.

While a PCB source stated they have received no such communication from the ICC, an ICC source confirmed an internal Executive Board meeting is planned for Tuesday. This meeting, prompted by pressure from broadcasters, aims to finalize the tournament schedule. Potential solutions on the table include holding the tournament entirely in Pakistan, relocating it, or adopting a hybrid model proposed by the BCCI, where India plays its matches in the UAE.

The PCB has reportedly taken a firm stance, insisting the Champions Trophy remain in Pakistan and rejecting any scenario that would see them play India outside the country, even under a hybrid model. The ICC source indicated that separating India and Pakistan into different pools has been suggested, but this is reportedly unpopular with broadcasters due to expected revenue losses. The outcome of Tuesday’s meeting will determine the future of the Champions Trophy and its much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash.

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