Former Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram has ardently supported Pakistan’s hosting of the majority of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 matches

Last week, the ICC reached a consensus to conduct the eight-team competition in a hybrid model, allowing India to play its share of matches in Dubai while agreeing "in principle" to a similar arrangement in multi-lateral events till 2027.

The controversy surrounding Champions Trophy 2025 is far from over and no decision has been taken over the scheduling of the competition yet.

Akram made a surprise appearance at a Coke Studio event in Dubai. Holding the Champions Trophy, he expressed his gratitude to the audience and shared his high hopes for next year’s tournament.

Former Pakistan cricket team captain Rashid Latif made a mammoth statement regarding the Champions Trophy 2025 as he said that the tournament should not happen anymore.

Pakistan will incur huge financial losses, attract lawsuits and even an international boycott if they withdraw from Champions Trophy 2025.

Pakistan's cricket future hangs in the balance amid a standoff with India over the Champions Trophy. The PCB's potential withdrawal over hosting arrangements could lead to significant financial losses,

Despite the uncertainty, Pakistan remains confident about hosting the Champions Trophy. The PCB has already started preparations, with venues and logistics being carefully mapped out.