According to Times of India, India and Pakistan will not tour each other’s countries for matches until 2027. This decision extends to all tournaments under the ICC and ACC, with both nations opting to avoid cross-border tours.

A formal announcement regarding this deal and the 2025 Champions Trophy is expected on December 7 as the previously scheduled ICC Board meeting has been postponed.

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India will host key tournaments during this period including the Women’s World Cup, Asia Cup and T20 World Cup 2026.

However, Pakistan is unlikely to travel to India for these events and is expected to play its matches at neutral venues. This agreement will remain in effect until the current media rights cycle concludes in 2027.

Jay Shah takes over as ICC president, outlines future plans

Jay Shah began his tenure as ICC Chairman with a visit to Dubai headquarters, where he met with ICC Board members, staff and media rights partners during a workshop for broadcasters. The day provided an opportunity to connect with key stakeholders and outline their vision for the future of the sport.

“This visit provided an invaluable opportunity to connect with my ICC Board colleagues, where we discussed the initial roadmap and strategies to shape the future of this incredible sport,” said Shah, after his visit.

Shah expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and productive discussions, emphasizing the dedication and passion of the ICC team. He highlighted his efforts as a driving force for the growth of cricket and highlighted the exciting opportunities ahead.

“I was equally delighted to meet the dedicated ICC team who work tirelessly behind the scenes to drive cricket forward,” Shah added.

Shah acknowledged that this is just the beginning and emphasized the importance of collaboration in elevating cricket to new heights. He expressed confidence in the collective efforts needed to achieve these ambitious goals.

“While I am encouraged by what I have seen, I recognize that this is just the beginning. The hard work to elevate cricket to unprecedented heights begins now, and I am confident that together we will fulfill this vision,” Shah said.

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