The Pakistan Cricket Board has chosen the United Arab Emirates as a neutral venue to host India's games at next year's Champions Trophy following a standoff between the two rivals
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- The Pakistan Cricket Board has chosen the United Arab Emirates as a neutral venue to host India's games at next year's Champions Trophy following a standoff between the two rivals.
India had refused to travel to tournament host Pakistan for the eight-team, 50-over Champions Trophy, amid its security concerns.
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