Pakistan Cricket Board Reaches Out to India for Champions Trophy 2025 Participation

PCB chairman offers dialogue to address India's concerns regarding travel for the tournament, emphasizing the importance of sports over politics.

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Overview

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As Pakistan prepares for the 2025 Champions Trophy, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi invites India to discuss concerns about safety and travel to Pakistan. Despite India's stated refusal to visit, Naqvi insists all other qualified teams are willing to participate in the tournament, which Pakistan has invested significantly in hosting. The PCB aims to keep the tournament entirely within the country, rejecting proposals for neutral venues. Amidst ongoing changes in Pakistan's cricket management, Aaqib Javed has been appointed as interim head coach until the tournament concludes.

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