Name: Pakistan’s Boycott of India Match Could Cause Major Financial Losses for ICC, Broadcasters
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Description: The Pakistan government's boycott of the India cricket match risks huge financial losses for the ICC and broadcasters, with each match estimated to cost around USD 250 million during 2023-2027. The ICC faces pressure to sanction Pakistan or risk its legitimacy, amid complex stakeholder interests balancing nationalism and revenue.

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            <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>The Pakistan government's last-minute boycott of the India cricket game has triggered concerns over significant financial losses for the ICC and broadcasters. Industry insiders estimate each India-Pakistan match could lose around USD 250 million during the 2023-2027 cycle, amid calls for the ICC to find a middle ground to benefit all stakeholders. The situation challenges ICC’s legitimacy and involves complex dynamics between patriotism and money.</p>
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            <div class="text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>The Pakistan government's last-minute boycott of the India cricket game has triggered concerns over significant financial losses for the ICC and broadcasters. Industry insiders estimate each India-Pakistan match could lose around USD 250 million during the 2023-2027 cycle, amid calls for the ICC to find a middle ground to benefit all stakeholders. The situation challenges ICC’s legitimacy and involves complex dynamics between patriotism and money.</p>
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Pakistan's boycott of the India cricket match could cost the ICC and broadcasters significant revenue, estimated at USD 250 million per game.

The Pakistan government's boycott of the India cricket match risks huge financial losses for the ICC and broadcasters, with each match estimated to cost around USD 250 million during 2023-2027. The ICC faces pressure to sanction Pakistan or risk its legitimacy, amid complex stakeholder interests balancing nationalism and revenue.

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