Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian cricket team, is expected to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 captains’ photoshoot and pre-event press conference. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is hopeful that he will attend the opening ceremony scheduled for February 16 or 17, despite India’s matches being played in Dubai due to security concerns.
Key Points
- Event Details: The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will take place in Pakistan, marking the first time since 1996 that the country hosts an ICC tournament. The opening ceremony is anticipated to include a traditional captains’ photoshoot.
- Travel Arrangements: The PCB has received necessary clearances from their government to issue visas for all visiting captains, including Rohit Sharma. This move is seen as part of the usual protocols for international events.
- Historical Context: If Sharma travels to Pakistan for this event, it would be his first visit to the country in his international cricket career. Previously, India and Pakistan have maintained a hybrid model for hosting matches, where India plays its games outside of Pakistan due to ongoing political tensions.
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Despite the PCB’s optimism, there are conflicting reports about whether Sharma will ultimately participate in the photoshoot. Some sources suggest that he may not attend due to various concerns surrounding the event and travel to Pakistan.
