Pakistan to play India in Lahore on March 1 in ICC Champions Trophy

[Mohammad Mazhar Hussain]

The article discusses the proposed schedule for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which will be hosted by Pakistan. According to the source, Pakistan has suggested March 1 as the date for the highly anticipated match between Pakistan and India in Lahore[1]. The tournament will feature eight teams divided into two groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semifinals[1].

The article also highlights the political tensions between India and Pakistan and the possibility of India traveling to Pakistan for the tournament. India's government has previously barred the national cricket team from traveling to Pakistan due to ongoing political tensions[1]. However, Pakistan traveled to India for the 2023 50-over World Cup, opening the slim possibility that India may reciprocate for the 2025 Champions Trophy[1].

The article suggests that six out of the seven participating countries, excluding India, have been supportive and encouraging of Pakistan hosting the tournament[1]. The PCB has been making significant progress in preparations for the tournament, which will mark the first ICC tournament in Pakistan since the 1996 World Cup[1].

Citations:
[1] https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/7/3/source-pakistan-to-play-india-in-lahore-on-march-1-in-icc-champions-trophy