PCB agrees to a hybrid model for ICC Champions Trophy, with India playing matches in Dubai due to security reasons. PCB demands equal terms for future tournaments in India, seeks larger ICC revenue share.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has agreed to host the 2025 Champions Trophy under a hybrid model, with India playing its matches in Dubai due to security concerns. The PCB has also demanded that this model applies to all ICC events in India until 2031,

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India have retracted from their earlier stance, agreeing to play their future matches in ICC tournaments on a hybrid model and easing the way for next year’s Champions Trophy to be held.