The absence of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) representatives at the ICC Champions Trophy closing ceremony has sparked a controversy. Despite being the co-hosts, no PCB officials were present at the ceremony. This led to speculation about the lack of PCB representation.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially protested to the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the exclusion of its representative from the Champions Trophy prize distribution ceremony, held at Dubai International Stadium on March 9.

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