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ICC Confirms India-Pakistan Matches to be Held at Neutral Venues Through 2027
Team Finance Saathi
20/Dec/2024
What's covered under the Article:
- ICC confirms neutral venues for India-Pakistan matches through 2027.
- Key events affected include the 2025 Men’s Champions Trophy and Women’s ODI World Cup.
- The decision aims to maintain safety amidst geopolitical tensions, with UAE or Sri Lanka as potential hosts.
In a significant move, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that all cricket matches between India and Pakistan in ICC tournaments from 2024 to 2027 will take place at neutral venues. This decision stems from ongoing political and security concerns between the two nations, which have impacted their bilateral cricketing relations in recent years.
The ruling affects major upcoming events, including the 2025 Men’s Champions Trophy, which was initially scheduled to take place in Pakistan, and the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup set for India. As the venues for these high-profile tournaments are now up for review, potential neutral locations under consideration include the UAE or Sri Lanka, though discussions are ongoing.
This decision marks a major shift in cricket diplomacy and has sparked mixed reactions. Supporters of the move argue that it is a pragmatic decision to ensure security and safe competition, given the tense political environment. However, critics lament the loss of traditional bilateral encounters between the two cricketing giants, which have historically been some of the most anticipated matches in world cricket.
While the ICC’s ruling is seen as a necessary compromise in the face of complex geopolitical tensions, it also ensures the continuity of India-Pakistan matches in international tournaments, allowing fans to continue enjoying the fierce cricketing rivalry in a safe environment. This shift could mark a new era in how these nations engage in cricket diplomacy, with both nations still participating but in neutral territories.