Given the long-standing political tensions between India and Pakistan, the BCCI's decision not to send Team India to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025 was not entirely unexpected. However, this move has reignited the animosity between the two cricketing giants.

T he BCCI's refusal to send team India to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy has put the tournament in jeopardy. With less than 100 days to go, the schedule for the showpiece e

If the tournament is postponed or relocated to another country, the PCB is likely to face massive financial losses.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) faces significant financial losses if the 2025 Champions Trophy is moved or postponed due to India's refusal to participate. The PCB risks losing USD 65 million in hosting fees and potential ICC sanctions.

The decision taken by India to not travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025 has reignited the tensions between the two countries.

ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to take place in Pakistan from February 19-March 9, live on Sky Sports; India have not played in Pakistan since 2008 and are understood to be unwilling to travel for

According to a report by ESPN Cricinfo, the PCB has written to ICC and asked them to provide them a written confirmation from the BCCI stating that they are unable to take part in the Champions Trophy 2025.