Pakistan's cricket legends have expressed relief at the ICC's resolution to the Champions Trophy hosting impasse. India will play its Champions Trophy matches at a neutral venue, reciprocated by Pakistan for ICC events hosted by India until 2027. This agreement covers the 2025 Champions Trophy, the 2026 T20 World Cup, and the 2027 Women's Cricket World Cup.
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