India and Pakistan must agree on sports.

ICC Champions Trophy: A Global Event

• The ICC Champions Trophy, a global cricket event, has survived due to its commercial appeal and the desire for an ICC-branded tournament.

• The ninth edition of the tournament is set to kick off in Karachi, with Pakistan facing New Zealand.

• The tournament was nearly disrupted by geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan.

• India’s matches will be played in Dubai, with Rohit Sharma’s men playing all their Group A fixtures.

• The tournament is expected to continue until a broader consensus is reached, including sports.

• India is seeking redemption through the ODI format after a disappointing 1-3 Test series loss in Australia.

• The absence of injured pacespearhead Jasprit Bumrah and the return of Mohammed Shami add to the emotional weight of the tournament.

• India aims to reclaim the Champions Trophy, last won in 2013, despite the geopolitical tensions.