The International Cricket Council (ICC) today confirmed that matches between India and Pakistan in upcoming ICC events till 2027 will be played at neutral venues. The ruling ends uncertainty over the Champions Trophy’s future, which is to be played in February and March next year in Pakistan. Now, the tournament will be played in a hybrid model across Pakistan and at a neutral venue.

This decision also applies to the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 hosted by India and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 hosted by India and Sri Lanka.