Pakistan’s Foreign Office confirmed that no backdoor diplomacy is occurring with India over cricket and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch addressed security issues with Afghanistan and Pakistan’s stance on the UAE visa ban.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has sought clarification from the sport's governing International Cricket Council (ICC) following India's refusal to travel across the border for next year's Champions Trophy,

Former wicket-keeper batter Rashid Latif says if had the power he would not let Pakistan play against India in any tournament and also suggested that ICC should not grant the hosting rights of global events to both countries until they resolve their issues.

There is so much speculation over where will the Champions Trophy eventually happen if India refuse to travel to Pakistan . While talks between ICC and PCB are still happening, reports suggest Pakistan are not ready for a ‘hybrid’ model.

The ICC continued discussions on the Champions Trophy schedule with the participating nations amid speculation that the entire tournament could be moved out of Pakistan following India's refusal to travel to the country,