Xtra Time Web Desk: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has canceled their scheddule trophy tour of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Skardu, Murree, and Muzaffarabad, areas which fall within Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The decision came just after the announcement of Pakistan's government caught into light. 

Earlier the PCB had announced a nationwide trophy tour of the Champions Trophy from November 16 to 24 but right now the situation seems complex as BCCI has raised concerns over the tour. The step would be counted as a major setback for Pakistan.

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Some days back, a report was circulating across social media indicating Champions Trophy to get shifted to South Africa if no common ground is achieved by the PCB and BCCI. If that happens, Pakistan is unlikely to participate in the event.

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Right now, there is no confirmation and the situation is complex. Till now, ICC has cancelled the trophy tour and all eyes are on the venue of Champions Trophy.