For not sending India to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025, ICC asks BCCI to provide written explanation
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has formally requested a written explanation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding its decision not to send the Indian team to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, *Geo News* reported. The BCCI had previously informed the ICC verbally of its decision to skip the event in Pakistan, but no formal reasons were provided.
In response, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has requested that the ICC share a copy of India’s written explanation. According to sources cited by *Geo News*, the PCB may demand substantial evidence supporting India's decision. The ICC will then review India's reasoning before making a final call on the matter.
Sources further revealed that if India fails to provide valid reasons for refusing to travel, the ICC could insist that India participate in the tournament. Should India still refuse, an alternate team may be brought in to replace them in the competition.
Pakistan, who are the defending champions of the Champions Trophy, are set to host the 2025 edition. The situation has raised concerns over potential diplomatic tensions between the two cricket boards, with the ICC needing to resolve the issue ahead of the marquee event.