Will the ICC Punish India for Wearing a Kit Without Mentioning Pakistan?
Champions Trophy 2025: India's kit without mentioning Pakistan is in the news. Will ICC step in?
The 2025 Champions Trophy is yet to start, but it has already caused controversy. India initially refused to play in Pakistan, the host country. Now, a new controversy has emerged: India has decided not to display the name of the host country on its kit.
According to ICC rules, all teams are required to display the name of the host country on their kits. However, India is flouting this code. Pakistan has always followed the rules in previous tournaments, such as the 2016 T20 World Cup and this year's World Cup, where they mentioned India.
If Pakistan lodges a formal complaint, the ICC could take action. The tournament begins on February 19, and the first match promises to be exciting: Pakistan will face New Zealand.