The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that India will play all its matches in the tournament at a neutral venue, while Pakistan will also play its games at neutral venues during ICC events hosted by India until the current cycle ends in 2027.
The legendary cricketer has pointed out that the PCB has gained a lot more than the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) by seeking a mutual solution rather than escalating tensions with the ICC. Miandad also highlighted the significance of Pakistan hosting the Champions Trophy and said that PCB’s win sent a strong message to the BCCI and India.
Javed Miandad was quoted as saying by PTI: “I think the PCB took the sensible approach, and instead of doing something rash and facing isolation in the ICC and among other cricket nations, it opted for a solution where I think the PCB has gained more than the BCCI. Still, Pakistan is hosting a big event after a very long time, and we have sent a clear message that if you don't come and play in our country, we will also not play in India.”
Wasim Bari and Moin Khan praise PCB for securing neutral venue arrangement with BCCI
Wasim Bari stated, “I can only imagine the warm welcome and hospitality their players and fans would get in Pakistan.”
In the end, former Pakistan spinner Iqbal Qasim praised the PCB for successfully negotiating a compromise between the ICC and BCCI. He acknowledged the strength and financial power of the BCCI, but Pakistan managed to get a fair arrangement this time, and that’s a big win for them.
This time our board gained something against powerful BCCI: Iqbal Qasim
Iqbal Qasim was quoted as saying by PTI, “BCCI is a very strong and financially influential board. But unlike last year's Asia Cup, this time our board took a stance, and gained something. The main thing is we are hosting the tournament and will also not go to India now to play in ICC events. Both teams will now play at neutral venues.”
Notably, the fusion formula will be in place for the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, next year's Women's Cricket World Cup in India, and the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.
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