International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice has decided to step down just weeks before the Champions Trophy with a board member indicating that his failure to present a "clear picture" of host Pakistan's lack of preparedness is one of the multiple reasons behind the move.

Tickets for next month’s ICC Champions Trophy group-stage matches and the second semi-final in Pakistan are now available for online purchase, starting today [Tuesday].

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice resigned shortly before the ICC Champions Trophy amid scrutiny over mishandled funds and unprepared venues in Pakistan. The ICC board was dissatisfied with the progress of the stadiums.

With Pakistan opener Saim Ayub being virtually ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025, out-of-favour batter Fakhar Zaman is reportedly being considered as replacement. The form of Abdullah Shafique is also a concern for the Men in Green.

A top official from International Cricket Council has resigned just weeks before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 gets underway in Pakistan and Dubai.

The ICC said that the ticket sales for the Pakistan leg of next month's Champions Trophy will begin from Tuesday despite the stadium renovation work in the host nation is yet to be completed.

ICC says tickets will go on sale for the final only after the conclusion of the first semi-final, scheduled on March 4

The ICC said that tickets for the Champions Trophy matches that will be played in Pakistan will go on sale on January 28.

The anticipation surrounding the Champions Trophy is building as fans count down the days to the opening fixture on February 19, and they can now begin planning for the big tournament with tickets for the Pakistan leg of the event unveiled.