Jay Shah to contact Mohsin Naqvi amid Champions Trophy row: report

DUBAI: BCCI Secretary Jay Shah is expected to have a phone conversation with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to address the uncertainty surrounding the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, according to Pakistani media reports.

Shah is reportedly set to visit Dubai, where he will meet with ICC officials in an effort to resolve the ongoing issues surrounding the tournament. The discussions aim to break the deadlock and finalize the schedule for the eight-team event.

Reports suggest that the PCB remains firm in its opposition to the hybrid model and has threatened to boycott all matches involving India if the BCCI does not send its team to Pakistan. This standoff has caused delays in announcing the tournament’s schedule.

Broadcasters, who rely heavily on the high-revenue Pakistan-India matches, have also expressed concerns. They have warned the ICC that they will take legal action if the schedule does not include these marquee games, which are crucial for viewership and financial returns.

Sources indicate that flexibility from all parties could lead to a resolution within a few days. Stakeholders are reportedly in favor of finding a mutually agreeable solution to ensure the tournament proceeds smoothly.

The ICC is under pressure to resolve the matter quickly, especially as Jay Shah is set to assume the role of ICC Chairman on December 1.