Pakistan hails 'great' decision

Pakistan," it read.

"In arriving at that position the Board considered various security reports and discussed at length the concerns of some Members and stakeholders as well as the perceptions of Pakistan that may exist in some quarters."

"In recognising those concerns and perceptions, the Board agreed they needed to be managed going forward, both before and during the tournament."

According to the statement, the ICC task force will 'ensure the effective implementation of the recommendations of the ICC's independent security advisors' while also liaising with embassies within Pakistan and other governments 'on an ongoing basis to ensure effective communication and the management of any concerns that may exist'.

The Champions Trophy is contested between eight teams, divided into two groups with three round-robin matches for each. The top two teams from each groups go forward to the semi-finals.

Defending champion Australia lines up in Group A alongside India, Pakistan and West Indies, while South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and England make up Group B.