PCB Awaits Written Clarification from BCCI on Hybrid Model for Champions Trophy

Lahore, April 2023 - The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a firm stand, insisting on written communication from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding any reservations about participating in the upcoming Champions Trophy. PCB chief, in a statement, highlighted the absence of any formal correspondence on the matter, despite media reports suggesting otherwise.

"We have a clear stance that they must give it to us in writing if they have any issues," the PCB chief stated, addressing the speculation around a hybrid hosting model for the tournament. He further clarified, "Till today, we have not spoken about any hybrid model, but we’re ready to speak on this. Now, if Indian media is reporting this, then there must be some letter the ICC will give us, or the Indian Board might have written this somewhere. Till now, no such letter has reached me or the PCB."

The PCB chief emphasized the need for cricket to remain free from political interference. "We want cricket to be devoid of politics. No sport in the world should have these kinds of politics. We will continue the preparations for the Champions Trophy that you’re currently seeing, and God willing, it will be a successful event," he added.

As preparations for the Champions Trophy continue, the PCB remains hopeful for a positive outcome and a successful event, urging all stakeholders to focus on the sport rather than political disputes. The cricketing community awaits further developments, with all eyes on whether the BCCI will provide the requested formal communication.