ISLAMABAD: A “fog of uncertainty” hangs over the Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, Jay Shah, former honorary secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), said on Sunday at the International Cricket Council (IC). C) assumed the post of chairman. .
In her first statement as ICC chair, Shah outlined her priorities for her tenure, using the sport’s inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games as a key opportunity, as well as women including accelerating the development of the game.
“I am proud to assume the role of ICC Chair and grateful for the trust reposed in me. This is an exciting time for the sport as we prepare for the LA 28 Olympic Games and work to make cricket more inclusive and attractive to fans around the world,” he said in a statement.
The 35-year-old called for accelerating the development of the women’s game, saying: “We are at a critical juncture with the coexistence of multiple formats and the need to accelerate the development of the women’s game.” “Cricket has immense potential at the global level, and I look forward to working with the ICC team and member nations to seize these opportunities and take the game to new heights,” he concluded. derived
Shah’s arrival at the ICC office will be most important for the final decision on hosting the prestigious tournament.
Next year’s tournament in Pakistan has become a point of contention between Pakistan and India, with the BCCI refusing to send its team to Pakistan citing security concerns despite assurances. Sources told Geo News that the international cricket governing body has started considering a “partnership formula” to end the deadlock over hosting the Champions Trophy.
According to the new formula, India will play all its ICC matches, which are scheduled to be played in Pakistan, in Dubai and Pakistan will play its matches in India, sources said.
He said the formula would be in place for the next three years from 2025 for the Champions Trophy, adding that it was expected to leave CT scheduling and venue issues at bay. Therefore, sources say that during this period, India and Pakistan will not play any tournament in each other’s countries. A day earlier, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed hope that a “long-term” formula, which would be beneficial to both countries, would be in place. Countries and cricket will be developed which will apply to all future ICC events.
We will not allow unilateral decisions. […] Decisions should be made on the basis of equality,” Naqvi, who is also the interior minister, had said while talking to reporters in Dubai on Saturday.