Pakistan Dispute Over India Champions Trophy Jersey
The ICC has clarified that all teams must display the official tournament logo, which includes the host nation's name, on their jerseys, and any team failing to do so will face strict action, amid reports that India's jersey may not feature Pakistan's name.
A dispute has emerged between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the India champions trophy jersey, with the PCB accusing the BCCI of mixing politics with cricket by allegedly refusing to include Pakistan's name on the jersey.
The controversy began when a PCB official expressed concerns over reports that the Indian team would not wear jerseys with Pakistan's name on them during the tournament. The official stated that this decision would be a clear example of the BCCI bringing politics into cricket. However, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has since clarified that all teams participating in the tournament are obligated to display the official tournament logo on their jerseys, which includes the host nation's name.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to begin on February 19, with India set to play Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai. The tournament will feature several high-profile matches, including India's games against Bangladesh and New Zealand. The Indian team's squad for the championship has been announced, with Shubman Gill named as Rohit Sharma's deputy. The BCCI's decision not to include Pakistan's name on the jersey has been met with sharp criticism from the PCB, who have urged the ICC to intervene and ensure compliance with tournament protocols.
The dispute has highlighted the ongoing tensions between the PCB and BCCI, with the two boards having previously clashed over the venue of the tournament. The BCCI had refused to travel to Pakistan for the tournament, prompting a hybrid arrangement where India's matches will be held in Dubai. The ICC will be closely monitoring the situation to ensure that the tournament proceeds smoothly and without any further controversy.
