The ICC Champions Trophy is one of the biggest global cricket tournaments, which is set to return in 2025. The tournament is expected to showcase the best of the best, with elite teams from around the world competing for cricketing supremacy. Scheduled to be held in Pakistan, the 2025 edition marks a historic moment as it will be the first time since 2008 that the country will host the event.
WATCH- Trophy Display At Karachi’s Burns Road Food Street
ICC Champions trophy became centre of attraction on Karachi's iconic burns road food street. The fans took pictures and videos of the glittering trophy ⭐#ChampionsTrophy2025 #BurnsRoad #Karachi #TOKReports pic.twitter.com/VsZPltqFqR
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The iconic Burns Road Food Street, renowned for its rich culinary heritage and bustling atmosphere, provided the perfect setting for fans to gather and witness the Champions Trophy up close. As the trophy gleamed under the lights, fans from all walks of life came together, capturing pictures and celebrating Pakistan’s upcoming hosting of the tournament. The location, famous for its street food delights, added a touch of local flavor to the event, showcasing not only the country’s love for cricket but also its vibrant culture.
Trophy Tour To Continue Across Participating Nations
This is the final leg of Trophy tour in Pakistan, the trophy will remain in Karachi till November 25 after which it will go on a global tour to all the participating nations in the tournament. The journey will then continue, with the trophy traveling to Bangladesh, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, England, and the trophy will then travel to India between December 2023 and January 2024.
Controversy Regarding Trophy Tour
India’s reluctance to play in Pakistan is security. India has long expressed concerns about the safety of its players and officials in Pakistan, a country where political tensions and security issues have often been prevalent.
Initially, the PCB had intended to host the trophy in the Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) region, but it was resisted by BCCI. In response to a formal complaint, the ICC revised the tour itinerary to avoid the controversial region, ensuring the event complied with international sensitivities.
As tensions continue to rise, it remains unclear how both cricketing bodies will move forward in resolving the issue, with significant financial and diplomatic considerations at play.
