Image: India’s decision not to send Rohit Sharma to Pakistan has stirred controversy / © CNBC TV 18
In the lead-up to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India’s decision to not send captain Rohit Sharma to the captains’ photoshoot in Pakistan has stirred controversy. The event will be hosted by Pakistan, but India’s matches will take place in Dubai, including the knockout stages. Reports also suggest that India refuses to display the Champions Trophy logo with Pakistan’s name on their jerseys, despite ICC guidelines.
Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to remain silent on the matter, simply protesting through an email to the BCCI. He believes silence is the best response and emphasizes that India’s stance will not harm Pakistan but rather affect world cricket. India’s first match is on February 20, 2025, against Bangladesh in Dubai.