Playground War

Playground War

What was supposed to be a celebration of Asian cricket has instead exposed deepening political fault lines, as the Asia Cup 2025 descended into a symbolic battlefield between India and Pakistan. The tournament’s climax – India’s win over Pakistan in the final on September 28 – was immediately politicized by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, … Read more

Indian team’s arrogance at ACC awards ceremony on BCCI’s directives

Indian team's arrogance at ACC awards ceremony on BCCI's directives

The Indian cricket team stirred fresh debate on Sunday by refusing to receive the Asia Cup trophy directly from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi. The incident took place despite Naqvi being the official head of the ACC, underscoring the Indian team’s defiant attitude apparently influenced by the Board of Control for Cricket in … Read more

BCCI decides to withdraw from Men’s Asia Cup

BCCI

KARACHI: The Asia Cup scheduled for this year is unlikely to take place due to India’s refusal to participate, reportedly due to the ongoing tension between Pakistan and India. According to Indian media, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to withdraw from both the Men’s Asia Cup and the Women’s … Read more

BCCI confirms inclusion of Pakistan’s name on India’s Champions Trophy Jersey

BCCI

ISLAMABAD: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Wednesday that the national team’s jersey for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will display the tournament logo, which includes the host nation, Pakistan. According to Indian media, a BCCI official assured that the board would comply with all International Cricket Council (ICC) guidelines, … Read more

BCCI refuse to feature Pakistan’s name on Indian Jerseys for Champions Trophy 2025

BCCI refuse to feature Pakistan’s name on Indian Jerseys for Champions Trophy 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly declined to feature Pakistan’s name on Team India’s jerseys for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, which is scheduled to take place in Pakistan. This move has frustrated the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which is now hoping for intervention from the International Cricket Council (ICC) … Read more

India announces squad for Champions Trophy 2025

India squad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveiled the squad for the upcoming ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Saturday. Rohit Sharma will lead the team in both competitions, while injured pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been included in the Champions Trophy squad. Harshit Rana has been named as … Read more

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC Approves Hybrid Model

Champions Trophy 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy, with Pakistan and Dubai co-hosting the tournament. This decision follows weeks of discussions and a final agreement between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). According to the new model, matches will … Read more

ICC Meeting: India Rejects PCB Formula for Champions Trophy

ICC Champions Trophy schedule announcement expected today

International Cricket Council Meeting Postponed for 2025 Champions Trophy Hosting. The meeting was postponed due to India’s failure to respond to Pakistan’s proposal  The meeting is now scheduled for December 7. A crucial International Cricket Council (ICC) meeting, scheduled for Wednesday to discuss the hosting of the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, was postponed yet … Read more

ICC Board Meeting on Champions Trophy 2025 Postponed

Champions Trophy 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board meeting on the 2025 Men’s Champions Trophy has been postponed until Saturday. The virtual meeting, which lasted 15 minutes, failed to reach a resolution and is set to reconvene within 24 to 48 hours. Both the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India … Read more

PCB Rejects BCCI’s Hybrid Model Proposal for Champions Trophy

Pakistan-India

The ICC is under pressure due to a deadline to announce the tournament schedule. BCCI is urging other cricket boards to support a hybrid model or complete relocation of the event to India. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) strongly rejects the hybrid model and insists all matches take place in Pakistan. The Board of Control for … Read more

Champions Trophy: ICC Questions India Over Pakistan Tour Refusal

Champions Trophy

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has formally requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to provide written justification for its refusal to participate in the Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. Sources indicate that the ICC has demanded the BCCI’s reasons be consistent with the organisation’s rules and regulations. Should the explanation fail … Read more

BCCI announces match fees for 2025 IPL season

IPL 2025 match fees

Players participating in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) are poised for a substantial boost in earnings, thanks to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) introducing a match fee of INR 7.5 lakh (approximately £7,100) per game. This new structure means players will earn additional income on top of their existing player … Read more

BCCI VP Shukla clears air on Pakistan’s boycott concerns for 2026 World Cup

BCCI VP Shukla clears air on Pakistan's boycott concerns for 2026 World Cup

BCCI awaits government clearance for Pakistan tour. Pakistan may retaliate if India doesn’t participate. PCB demands formal confirmation of Indian government’s stance. Rajeev Shukla, the BCCI Vice President, has hinted at the possibility of India’s cricket team visiting Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, subject to approval from the Indian government, amidst prevailing uncertainties about … Read more

Shahid Afridi criticizes India’s potential absence from Champions Trophy

Shahid Afridi criticizes India's potential absence from Champions Trophy

Shahid Afridi criticized India’s potential absence from Champions Trophy. PCB insists on hosting all matches in Pakistan. Pakistan prepares three stadiums for the tournament. Ex-cricketer Shahid Afridi voiced his dissatisfaction on Monday regarding the Indian cricket team’s hesitation to participate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, stating that if the Indian team is … Read more

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC adds supplementy budget in case India not visiting Pakistan

PCB faces tough choices over Champions Trophy 2025 hosting

PCB asks ICC to convince BCCI to send team to Pakistan for Champions Trophy. Champions Trophy budget approved, schedule and format yet to be decided. ICC includes extra budget in case India plays matches outside Pakistan. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has tasked the International Cricket Council (ICC) with convincing the Board of Control for … Read more

Former Pakistani crickter slams Jay Shah for influencing other cricket boards

Former Pakistani crickter slams Jay Shah for influencing other cricket boards

Basit Ali criticized Jay Shah for influencing other cricket boards. BCCI might not send team to Pakistan for Champions Trophy. Basit Ali claims BCCI uses IPL money to control other cricket boards. Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has criticized BCCI Secretary Jay Shah for reportedly declining to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy. … Read more

Jay Shah refutes claims of meeting with former Australian cricketer for Indian team’s coaching role

Jay Shah refutes claims of meeting with former Australian cricketer for Indian team’s coaching role

Jay Shah denies approaching any former Australian cricketer. Ricky Ponting confirms having informal discussions. BCCI is looking for a coach with a proven track record. Earlier today, Jay Shah, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), refuted claims of reaching out to any ex-Australian cricketer for the role of head … Read more

Justin Langer pulls out of race for India’s head coach position

Justin Langer pulls out of race for India's head coach position

Justin Langer will not be in race for India’s head coach. He cited the demanding nature of the role. The deadline for applications for the Indian coaching job is May 27. After Ricky Ponting, Justin Langer, the former opening batsman, has also decided not to pursue the position of India’s next head coach, a decision … Read more