The ICC has scheduled a board meeting to discuss the matter, and the outcome of the Champions Trophy will be determined on Friday.
There are intentions to deprive Pakistan of hosting privileges through a ballot procedure if the government rejects the suggested hybrid approach.
According to reports, Pakistan can be convinced to modify its position by offering financial incentives.
PCB insiders, however, are adamant that they would not consider any offer of co-hosting or extra financial support and are still dedicated to holding the tournament in Pakistan.
The Champions Trophy is set for early 2025, marking Pakistan’s long-awaited comeback to hosting an ICC tournament. India has persisted in posing obstacles, though, as seen by its latest refusal to submit a team, claiming that it lacked government approval at the same moment when the PCB was about to reveal the tournament schedule.
Since then, there has been increasing pressure on Pakistan to agree to the hybrid model, which calls for some matches to be held abroad. The matter has now been brought to the attention of the ICC Board, with no end in sight.
On Friday, November 29, a virtual meeting will be held to talk about the hybrid model. The ICC may utilize a vote procedure to move the entire tournament if Pakistan rejects.
PCB may decide not to play against India or boycott the tournament in such a situation. However, because of the financial ramifications, broadcasters might not choose the latter choice.
India has a major edge in the ICC because to its tremendous financial clout, and when Jay Shah assumes head of the organization next month, its standing will only get stronger.
Pakistan has already begun consulting with London-based attorneys in anticipation of possible legal action.
