The suspense over the fate of the Champions Trophy continues as the International Cricket Council board met briefly on Friday to discuss the issue, but a decision on the issue will be taken only in the next few days.
Contrary to reports claiming that the meeting was postponed, Sportstar understands that the ICC board did meet briefly virtually, and it was decided that all the respective parties will continue to work towards a positive resolution to the ongoing impasse, and it is expected that the ICC board could re-convene in the next few days.
With the impasse continuing following India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan for the tournament, the hybrid model seems to be the only feasible option, even though the Pakistan Cricket Board has opposed the move.
Sources have confirmed that all 15 members of the board – 12 full members and three directors from the associate nations – attended the meeting, but no decision could be reached since the PCB refused to relent from its position.