The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to receive an additional $4.5 million (approximately Rs 38.2 crore) in compensation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) after agreeing to host the 2025 Champions Trophy under a hybrid model. The decision came after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to send the Indian team to Pakistan, citing security concerns. Under the hybrid model, India will play its matches at a neutral venue.
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra explained that the PCB will not face any financial loss by agreeing to the arrangement. In fact, Chopra noted that the PCB will receive extra compensation for hosting India’s matches at a neutral location. He added that while Pakistan will also play their games in a third country, they won’t walk away empty-handed.
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Chopra further mentioned that had India agreed to travel to Pakistan, it would have provided a significant boost to the country’s economy, particularly through tourism. However, the additional $4.5 million from the ICC will help cover any extra expenses incurred for organizing matches outside Pakistan.