India's participation in the Champions Trophy has been finalized, with matches now set to be played at a neutral venue and a hybrid model in place until 2028.

After much discussion and uncertainty, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally resolved the issue of where the Champions Trophy will be held. It has been decided that India will not be playing their matches in Pakistan, but at a neutral venue instead. In return, Pakistan will also have a similar arrangement for upcoming tournaments to be held in India until 2027.

In a statement released on Thursday, the ICC announced that all matches between India and Pakistan during the current rights cycle from 2024 to 2027 will be played at a neutral venue chosen by the host of the tournament. This decision was made by the ICC Board after careful consideration and discussion.

This arrangement will apply to not only the Champions Trophy in 2025, but also the women's Cricket World Cup in India next year and the T20 World Cup in 2026, which will be held in both India and Sri Lanka. The reason for this decision is due to India's refusal to travel to Pakistan for the event scheduled in February-March, citing security concerns. It is worth mentioning that India has not played in Pakistan since the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

According to the ICC, the schedule for the Champions Trophy in 2025 will be confirmed soon. This news has been received with mixed reactions, with some questioning the fairness of the decision while others believe it is the best solution for everyone involved. Regardless, cricket fans all over the world are eagerly anticipating the upcoming tournaments and the excitement they will bring.

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