NEW DELHI: Pakistan introduced on Thursday that no behind-the-scenes diplomatic discussions are going down with India concerning the Champions Trophy, following their determination to not journey for the subsequent yr’s ICC event.
Through the weekly press briefing in Islamabad, International Workplace spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch addressed queries concerning the standing of the upcoming ICC event in Pakistan.
“There isn’t a again channel with India to particularly talk about the Champions Trophy and bilateral Cricket between Pakistan and India,” she mentioned.
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She indicated that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) holds extra data concerning the Champions Trophy preparations in Pakistan and group participation.
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Baloch emphasised that sporting occasions ought to stay separate from political issues.
“Pakistan has at all times mentioned that sports activities shouldn’t be politicized,” she mentioned.
When questioned about Pakistan’s plans for the Champions Trophy if India maintains its place, she indicated that PCB is discussing preparations with the Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC), together with group participation.
“We might refer you to the Pakistan Cricket Board for any feedback or clarification almost about this subject,” she mentioned.
The BCCI has notified the ICC about its incapability to go to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. Subsequently, the ICC has requested PCB’s response concerning implementing a hybrid mannequin for internet hosting the event.
Beforehand, a hybrid mannequin was utilised through the Asia Cup final yr, with India’s matches going down in Sri Lanka whereas different matches had been carried out in Pakistan.
