India Pakistan cricket politics News

According to the schedule, India and Pakistan will face off on 14 September 2025. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi launched a fierce attack on the government. That planned match between India Champions and Pakistan Champions in the WCL was later canceled after Indian players refused to participate.

A recent report suggests the BCCI may opt out of the Asia Cup 2025 and the Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup, both scheduled in Pakistan. The move reportedly stems from India’s discomfort with Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi becoming ACC President. No official statement has been made yet. If confirmed, India’s absence could severely impact the tournament’s commercial value, especially with no India vs Pakistan clash. Broadcasters like Sony may face major setbacks. The situation mirrors India's stance during Asia Cup 2023 and casts doubt on future ACC events, including the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, also set to be hosted by Pakistan.

The PCB has written to the ICC seeking clarification on India's refusal to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, citing security concerns.

For instance, the India-Pakistan clash during the 2023 World Cup drew an unprecedented 173 million viewers on Indian television alone, with an additional 225 million digital viewers worldwide.

The PCB is exploring hosting the 2025 Champions Trophy without India due to BCCI's security concerns. A "minus-India" format is being considered to avoid shifting the tournament.

Never one to mince words, former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad voiced his anger over India's stance, labeling it a “joke.”