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Follow UsPakistan's newly appointed limited-overs captain Mohammad Rizwan feels India will receive an “awesome welcome” if they decide to travel to Pakistan for next year’s ICC Champions Trophy.
India haven’t played in Pakistan since 2008, and the two countries haven't played a bilateral since 2012. Even when Pakistan hosted the 2023 Asia Cup, India played their matches in Sri Lanka and there’s a possibility that a similar ‘Hybrid Model’ could be followed for the Champions Trophy as well.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has made no comment on whether Rohit Sharma and Co. will travel to Pakistan next year, but Pakistan Cricket Board's chairman Mohsin Naqvi recently said he has been in touch with the BCCI secretary and is confident of India coming to Pakistan.
"Pakistan fans love Indian players; we received love in India as well (during the 2023 World Cup). We also want India to come to Pakistan and play here," said Rizwan ahead of the three-match ODI series in Australia, starting on November 4.
"I'm unsure if they're coming for the Champions Trophy, but one thing is certain - if they come, they'll receive an awesome welcome here.”
The 50-over showpiece event will start on February 19, with the final scheduled for March 9. Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi have been selected as the three venues.
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