The International Cricket Council (ICC) has said that it is comfortable and confident on hosting the Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan.
"We wouldn't have awarded the event if we didn't think Pakistan was capable of hosting it. We think it is an exciting opportunity for them to be able to host a world event for the first time in a long time. I'm sure, as with all countries, they will put together appropriate security plans to deliver the event. We're comfortable and confident it will go ahead."
This is the first instance after the 1996 World Cup that Pakistan will be hosting a global event. The decision from the ICC has already raised eyebrows of some and the questions have started to raise on India’s participation in the tournament.
The governing body's chairman, Greg Barclay has said that it is going to be a challenging issue.
"We know it's a challenging issue," Barclay said. "From my point of view, I can't control geo-political forces. I just hope cricket can be a force to help improve relations between countries. One of the great things sports can do is to help bring nations together. If we can do something in a small way to contribute to that, that's fantastic."