Sat Nov 30 09:43:19 UTC 2024: ## ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Uncertain Amidst India’s Refusal to Play in Pakistan

**Dubai, UAE** – The future of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, awarded to Pakistan, remains uncertain as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has firmly stated it will not send its team to Pakistan. This has created tension between the BCCI and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), leaving the International Cricket Council (ICC) to make a crucial decision on the tournament’s location. While the ICC held a meeting on November 29th to discuss the matter, no official announcement has been made yet.

Despite this off-field conflict, India and Pakistan will clash on the field today, November 30th, in the Under-19 Asia Cup. The match, taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium at 10:30 AM IST, marks the start of India’s campaign in the 50-over tournament. India is grouped with Pakistan, Japan, and the UAE in Group B, while Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Nepal make up Group A. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals on December 6th, with the final scheduled for December 8th. Matches are being held in Dubai and Sharjah.

All eyes will be on 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who created history at the IPL 2025 mega-auction, as he leads India’s under-19 team alongside captain Mohammad Aman. India aims for its ninth Under-19 Asia Cup title. The match will be televised on Sony Sports Network and streamed on SonyLIV.

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