The Champions Trophy hosting right seems like an unresolved drama, as recent reports are claiming that some back-channel negotiations are going on to convince the Pakistan Cricket Board to give a nod for the hybrid model. PCB's Chief Mohsin Naqvi had earlier cleared his idea of not sacrificing their hosting rights; however, with such reports, new clouds have formed. A recent report from India Today has claimed that the top cricket administrators are trying to explain the importance of India's participation in the 50-overs tournament. They reportedly have further advised PCB to not enter into any clashes with India regarding participation and hosting. The source informed India Today, “We are still in discussions with the host and participating members on the Champions Trophy schedule. It should be out soon, likely in a couple of days or so.” Champions Trophy confusion sum-up The tournament, which looked to come back fully after 8 years, looks to bring some unwanted issues regarding the geopolitical tensions between the two neighbors. Pakistan, which had earlier proposed to host all eight teams in three cities (Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi), was given around PKR 12.8 billion for renovation. The tentative schedule suggested that India would play Pakistan at Lahore and mostly all matches in that city. Read: BCCI Objection Alters ICC Champions Trophy Tour Route However, an initial cold war and finally backing out from the tournament citing security concerns had triggered ego in the chief's mind. With that, the obvious thought of sharing the tournament with a neutral venue (either Sri Lanka or the UAE) came to the frontline. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi responded to the situation, saying, “Pakistan's respect is first and foremost. Rest, you will see what happens. Our stance is very clear; we have made it clear in the past.” However, Naqvi assured security, saying that they would look after the neighbors and wouldn't let them face any difficulties in Pakistan. Read: PCB halts National Women's Championship after hotel fire. During the 2023 Asia Cup, Pakistan, under Nazam Sethi, agreed to go with the hybrid model proposal, getting to host just four minnow matches in Pakistan. The rest of the matches were shifted to Sri Lanka. With India disagreeing to play CT2025, there will be a massive drought in generating broadcasting revenue. Not only that, the PCB stands to lose a substantial amount of revenue, estimated at $65 million (Rs 548.61 crore INR). The reduction in funding from the ICC would further impact the PCB, which heavily relies on this support for its operations