Amid uncertainty, ICC sends CT trophy to Pakistan for official tour

Champions Trophy Uncertainty: ICC Sends Trophy to Pakistan for Official Tour

Trophy Tour Schedule

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has sent the Champions Trophy silverware to Pakistan for an official trophy tour, which will be held from November 16 to 24. The tour will cover Murree, Hunza, Muzaffarabad, Skardu, and the peak of K2, the second tallest mountain in the world.

Tournament Uncertainty

The tournament schedule remains uncertain due to issues surrounding India's refusal to tour Pakistan and the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) rejection of the proposed hybrid model. The PCB has sought clarifications from the ICC, but no significant developments have taken place.

Pakistan's Stance

Pakistan has been vocal about rejecting the hybrid model, instead seeking a neutral location for the tournament. However, an influential Pakistani voice has advocated for back-channel negotiations and a direct appeal to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help resolve the issue.

Impact of Uncertainty

Pakistan stands to lose the most in the current situation, with the tournament schedule still pending. The Pakistan government and cricket board are promoting tourism in the country, taking the trophy to new places due to concerns over smog in designated cities.