Rajiv Shukla, the Vice President of the Indian Cricket Board, announced that India’s involvement in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 hinged on approval from the government. Shukla emphasized the importance of the government authorization in determining the participation of Indian teams in international events, saying that the board would adhere to the directives issued by the authorities. “The decision to send a team to any country is subject to government approval,” Shukla affirmed, pointing out the need for official consent in matters pertaining to international cricket engagements. The announcement comes amid anticipation surrounding the prestigious tournament, which serves as a pinnacle event in the cricketing Calendar.

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