ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to take a firm stance on sporting relations with India following the Narendra Modi-led government's refusal to send the Indian cricket team to

India will not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, the ICC has informed Pakistan Cricket Board via an official email, India Today has learnt that the PCB have forwarded the information to the government and are waiting for their advice.

Sources indicates Pakistan will not compromise on its stance, intends to urge ICC to hold Champions Trophy in Pakistan

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has delayed finalizing the schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy due to India’s refusal to participate in the tournament in Pakistan. India’s stance against playing in Pakistan has led to ongoing discussions between the ICC and its member nations, causing a postponement of the scheduled event announcement.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Sunday that India had informed the International Cricket Council about its unwillingness to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled in February-March next year.

India has refused to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, citing political tensions. This decision further escalates the rivalry between the two cricketing nations, leaving the tournament`s future uncertain.

The BCCI has informed the ICC that India will not travel to Pakistan to participate in the 2025 Champions Trophy. ESPNcricinfo understands that the BCCI told the ICC it had been advised by the Indian government not to send the team to Pakistan. The eight ...

PCB has received an Email from the ICC stating BCCI's stance on India's travel to Pakistan for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025