Shoaib Akhtar's statement came hours after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) gave in to BCCI and ICC's demand on Champions Trophy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is ready to accept the Hybrid model for Champions Trophy 2025, but had put forth a one condition before the International Cricket Council.

Shoaib Akhtar criticizes the Pakistan Cricket Board for conceding to a pre-decided hybrid model for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, where India will play all its matches in the UAE. Akhtar calls for stronger negotiations with the BCCI and ICC,

The legendary Pakistan cricketer also urged the Men in Green to go to India and defeat them amid the drama surrounding Champions Trophy.

Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has spoken on the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy controversy. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which has the hosting rights for this tournament, had earlier maintained that it would host the tournament entirely in Pakistan.

Champions Trophy 2025 will most likely be played in a hybrid model, with India-centric matches taking place at a neutral venue.

The last time Pakistan hosted an ICC event was in the year of 1996. The Asia Cup, held in the country last year, was also conducted in a hybrid model, with all of India’s games taking place in Sri Lanka.

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has shared his views on the ongoing discussions surrounding the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is set to be hosted by Pakistan. In a recent video, Akhtar provided a nuanced take on the issue,

Though the Pakistan Board remained firm on not accepting the hybrid model at any cost, they lowered their ground after the apex body’s two-day deadline warning.