Wasim Akram, at a Dubai Coke Studio event, expressed confidence in Pakistan's readiness to host the Champions Trophy next year. He thanked the audience for their support. Meanwhile, Shahid Afridi recently advised the PCB against playing in India if India refuses to play in Pakistan for the tournament.

Despite the uncertainty, Pakistan remains confident about hosting the Champions Trophy. The PCB has already started preparations, with venues and logistics being carefully mapped out.

The future of the ICC event that is scheduled to be hosted in February of 2025, remains to be uncertain despite various new developments.

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram made a surprise appearance at the Coke Studio show in Dubai for the Champions Trophy tour ahead of the 2025 edition. The retired cricketer carried the coveted trophy and placed it on a platform before greeting the crowd by screaming, "assalamualaikum" as the spectators roared too.

Former Pakistan pacer Wasim Akram recently came forward and surprised fans with a special appearance during a recent Coke Studio event in Dubai. With the Champions Trophy in front of him, Akram thanked the fans for their presence and even laid out the expectations for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025,

Akram made a surprise appearance at a Coke Studio event in Dubai. Holding the Champions Trophy, he expressed his gratitude to the audience and shared his high hopes for next year’s tournament.

India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan due to security concerns has left the International Cricket Council (ICC) grappling with a logistical conundrum.

The controversy surrounding Champions Trophy 2025 is far from over and no decision has been taken over the scheduling of the competition yet.

Pakistan's cricket future hangs in the balance amid a standoff with India over the Champions Trophy. The PCB's potential withdrawal over hosting arrangements could lead to significant financial losses,