Sat Nov 30 04:47:05 UTC 2024: ## ICC Meeting Fails to Resolve Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Dispute

**Dubai, UAE:** A meeting between the International Cricket Council (ICC), the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday failed to reach a decision on the venue for the 2025 Champions Trophy. The meeting, aimed at resolving the impasse over India’s refusal to tour Pakistan, adjourned without a resolution and will reconvene on Saturday.

The main point of contention is the PCB’s opposition to a hybrid model for the tournament, which would see some matches played outside Pakistan. India has firmly stated it will not play in Pakistan. The ICC is reportedly considering a hybrid model as a potential compromise, but the PCB’s reluctance throws the tournament’s future into doubt.

Failure to find a solution could lead to several scenarios, all with significant implications. The tournament could proceed without India, resulting in substantial financial losses for the ICC. Alternatively, the event could be moved entirely out of Pakistan, or even cancelled altogether. The Saturday meeting is crucial in determining the fate of the 2025 Champions Trophy.

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