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November 29, 2024

ICC Champions Trophy Meeting: Will The Final Match Take Place in PAK?

ICC Champions Trophy Meeting: Will The Final Match Take Place in PAK?

As per some credible sources, the ICC is expected to propose two plans in today’s virtual meeting with BCCI and PCB officials. 

This highly anticipated meeting will also be attended by representatives from 12 ICC full member countries, three from associate nations, an independent director along with the ICC chairman and CEO. 

First of the two plans that are expected to be presented at this meeting suggests holding all of India’s group stage matches, one semi-final, and the final in a neutral country like the UAE. 

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The chances of UAE being chosen as the second host are relatively high due to its close geographical proximity to Pakistan which makes travelling to and fro easier. 

The second plan which could also be called the PCB’s favorite plan suggests holding both semi-finals and the final in Pakistan if India doesn’t qualify for the knockout stage. 

Although the PCB has shared its blatant disapproval for a hybrid model, unfortunately, this seems to be the only way out. 

BCCI’s influence on international cricket affairs and the ICC is not hidden from anyone, so hoping for a decision that’s not in favor of India could only be deemed foolish. 

Let’s see if the PCB is successful in convincing the ICC to avoid a hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.