PCB to Protest ICC's Neglect of Pakistan Representative in CT Closing Ceremony

A source within the PCB revealed on Monday that chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed dissatisfaction with the explanation provided by the ICC regarding Ahmed's absence from the stage during the presentation ceremony on Sunday.

"The ICC, apparently, has said it had prepared for Mohsin Naqvi to be on stage so when he didn't show up for the final, they changed their plan," the source said.

India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the title clash.

The PCB has rejected this explanation and noted that the ICC had made a number of errors during the tournament regarding Pakistan's status as host nation.

This included changing the CT2025 logo in the live broadcasts feed of the India versus Bangladesh game and then playing the Indian national anthem in the Australia versus England match in Lahore.

The ICC claimed due to a mix up with the playlist the Indian national anthem was played for a few seconds before the error was corrected.

BCCI president Roger Binny presented the white jackets to India players and the medals to match officials, while ICC chairman Jay Shah handed the trophy to skipper Rohit Sharma and gave the medals to the winners.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia and New Zealand Cricket’s CEO Roger Twose were also present on stage.

Meanwhile, the PCB chairman has extended his gratitude to his team, law enforcement agencies, provincial governments, ICC officials and the visiting teams for the success of the tournament.

"Your commitment and collective efforts ensured the seamless execution of the prestigious tournament," he said on his social media handle.

"Pakistan takes immense pride in hosting the Champions trophy and making it a spectacle for cricket fans worldwide."

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