The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy, with matches to be hosted in Pakistan and Dubai following an agreement between the PCB and BCCI. Additionally, both boards have reached a consensus on the 2026 T20 World Cup, deciding that Pakistan will not travel to India for the league-stage clash against India, which will instead be held in Colombo.
While the PCB will not receive any financial compensation for this arrangement, they have secured hosting rights for an ICC Women’s tournament after 2027. The agreement has been well-received by all stakeholders, ensuring smooth planning for these marquee events while addressing logistical and geopolitical concerns.
•ICC approves Champions Trophy in hybrid model after agreement with PCB and BCCI
•Matches to be played across three venues in Pakistan, India games in Dubai
•BCCI and PCB agree in principle that Pakistan will not travel to India for the India-Pakistan match in 2026 T20 World Cup. The match will be played in Sri Lanka, who are the co-hosts.
•No compensation for PCB for missing the opportunity to host India matches.
•In return, PCB will get to host an ICC women’s tournament after 2027.
All three parties – ICC, BCCI and PCB – happy with the development