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Xtra Time Web Desk: The ongoing discussions among the International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the Champions Trophy deadlock appear far from resolution. Despite initial optimism surrounding PCB’s acceptance of a hybrid model—where India’s matches would be held in Dubai—the proposal hit a snag after BCCI rejected the conditions tied to it.

As per reports, the PCB suggested applying the hybrid model to ICC events hosted by India in the future, but the BCCI dismissed the demand, citing no security concerns in India. “The BCCI has sent a clear message to the ICC brass in this regard leading to a fresh impasse. The BCCI's contention is simple—there is no security threat in India and hence no question of accepting such an arrangement,” stated a report in The Telegraph India.

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India is set to host major ICC events in the coming years, including the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, the 2026 T20 World Cup (jointly with Sri Lanka), the 2029 Champions Trophy, and the 2031 ODI World Cup.

The PCB risks losing hosting rights for the 2025 Champions Trophy if it maintains its stance. Earlier, it had reportedly threatened to withdraw from the tournament if the ICC decided to shift the venue.

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Sources indicate that all parties are working towards an amicable solution, with the ICC board expected to reconvene shortly to address the crisis. Meanwhile, the BCCI remains firm on its stance of not sending the Indian team to Pakistan due to security concerns, further complicating the path to consensus.