The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was informed by the International Cricket Council that a hybrid model is now the only workable solution for the Champions Trophy 2025 during the ICC Board meeting on Friday, November 19. This follows the Indian government’s refusal to grant permission for its team to travel to Pakistan.
The PCB remained firm and expressed its unwillingness to accept the hybrid model, insisting that all matches be held in Pakistan. However, they were told this arrangement would not be feasible. In response, the PCB has sought a day to consult internally with the Pakistan government, and the ICC Board is expected to reconvene on Saturday, November 30.