The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially sought clarification from the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding an incident that occurred during the India vs. Bangladesh Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai.
During the live broadcast of the India vs. Bangladesh match, the Champions Trophy logo displayed on-screen did not include Pakistan’s name.
This discrepancy has sparked widespread discussions, as the branding for previous matches—including the tournament opener between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi—clearly featured both the event title and Pakistan’s designation as the host nation.
The PCB has taken the matter seriously, asserting that such omissions can potentially undermine Pakistan’s role as the host and cast doubts on the integrity of tournament branding
PCB’s Official Response and ICC’s Clarification
The board argues that branding errors at this level are rare and that the incident appears particularly questionable given the sensitive cricketing dynamics between Pakistan, India, and the ICC.
The ICC has responded, stating that the issue was a one-time error and will not affect future broadcasts, including the much-anticipated Pakistan vs. India match on Sunday.
This incident follows a long-standing dispute between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the PCB regarding the hosting of the Champions Trophy 2025.
This arrangement has already created friction between the PCB and the BCCI, with tensions escalating over logistical and administrative matters.
The omission of Pakistan’s name from the Champions Trophy branding during an India match in Dubai has only further fueled the controversy.
Possible Implications for Future ICC Events
Pakistan has consistently advocated for equal representation and respect for hosting rights, and such incidents could influence future decisions regarding Pakistan’s role in hosting major international tournaments.
With the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. India clash approaching, the PCB is keen on ensuring that such discrepancies do not recur.
The board has urged the ICC to conduct an internal review of its broadcasting protocols to ensure that such incidents do not happen again in the future.
