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Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Amir welcomed the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to host the forthcoming edition of the Champions Trophy 2025. The international cricketing administrative body announced a hybrid model for the upcoming event, which will be hosted by Pakistan. As per the announcement, India will play all their matches at a neutral venue. The decision came after a prolonged debate over the hosting rights, and the ICC finally resolved the matter under the chairmanship of Jay Shah.
While the decision received criticism from many Pakistan cricketers, Mohammad Amir welcomed it and expressed his joy over the prospect of matches between the neighbouring nations. Amir emphasised that the fans would find a way to enjoy the clash, even if it is hosted on the moon. Amir, as quoted by ANI, told Sunil Yash Kalra, “As a cricketer, I welcome this announcement of the India vs Pakistan match on Champions Trophy 2025 in a neutral venue. Even if this contest of India and Pakistan happens on the moon, fans will find a way.”
I welcome the fact that the match between India and Pakistan is taking place: Md Amir
The former cricketer expressed his happiness over the fact that the match between the neighbouring nations is taking place. He said, “I welcome the fact that the match between India and Pakistan is taking place. The significance lies in the match itself, not the venue. I am happy, and I am sure all those who want to see this iconic clash will be happy too.”
He added, "They have scheduled tournaments until 2031, so why did the work on the Champions Trophy 2025 only begin two months ago? ICC has acted very very lazy (over delays in dealing with the Champions Trophy) ICC should have gotten into the act to resolve this deadlock sooner since the calendar is set years in advance. It is necessary to have a match between India and Pakistan, everyone is waiting for the match between India & Pakistan, including me.”
