Champions trophy 2025: Broadcaster warning bolsters BCCI's case in ongoing tussle with PCB
FirstpostThe final decision over the Champions Trophy 2025 impasse regarding the schedule is yet to be made, but the latest warning from the broadcaster to the ICC has strengthened the BCCI’s case. Amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Champions Trophy 2025 schedule, a note from the broadcaster to the International Cricket Council highlights the significant financial impact of excluding the Indian cricket team from the tournament. As per a report in the Time of India, the note from Star India stated that the overall value of the Champions Trophy’s media rights is US$750m and if India pull out of the tournament then the ICC members will lose 90% of the US$750m while Pakistan’s absence will only result in a 10% loss. Such massive financial influence will certainly force ICC to make a decision that favours BCCI and the Indian cricket team in the next board meeting over the Champions Trophy 2025 schedule.