Pakistan, Shoaib Akhtar and ICC Champions Trophy

India-Pakistan Champions Trophy deadlock: Akhtar says decision lies with BJP, eager to see Virat play (WATCH)
The ongoing dispute over the venue for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy remains unresolved, with Pakistan insisting on hosting the entire tournament on home soil, while India has proposed a ‘hybrid model’ that would see their matches and the final take place in Dubai.
'It's up to the BJP government, not BCCI': Shoaib Akhtar on India's travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy - WATCH
Former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Akhtar believes the fate of the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan hinges on political decisions. While the BCCI refuses to send the Indian team to Pakistan, Akhtar hopes for back-channel talks and highlights the potential financial losses for Pakistan if India doesn't participate.
Shoaib Akhtar makes BIG statement on ICC Champions Trophy 2025, says ‘Virat Kohli trying to play in PAK...’
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar feels that Virat Kohli wants to play in front of Pakistan crowds during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Shoaib Akhtar Predicts BCCI's U-Turn On ICC Champions Trophy Stance After PCB's Admant 'No' To Hybrid Model
Pace great Shoaib Akhtar gave his take on the ongoing controversy surrounding the ICC Champions Trophy and said there is still a chance of India coming to play the tournament in Pakistan. Akhtar said the BCCI and PCB will figure a way out.

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PCB chief says he is ready to ease India’s concerns about visiting Pakistan for Champions Trophy
A top Pakistan Cricket Board official is ready to talk to India to ease concerns about playing in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Champions Trophy Impasse: 'IPL ki wajah se India boht strong ho chuka hai'
Pakistan is refusing to host the Champions Trophy under a hybrid model that would allow India to play at neutral venues. The ...