The ICC today categorically denied reports that it is seeking compensation from the BCCI.

ICC Chief Executive, Malcolm Speed emphatically rejected any suggestion that this was the case.

Reports in India have suggested that the BCCI has been asked to pay compensation to the ICC. This is totally untrue, said Mr Speed.

What has occurred today is that the BCCI sought a blanket indemnity from any damages claim that may be made in the future against it or the ICC in relation to the ICC Champions Trophy. It sought this undertaking from all other countries playing in the tournament.

This request was considered by the countries and it was agreed that such an undertaking could not be given.

There is no claim for compensation from the ICC or any other body against any country.

Any suggestion of compensation is purely hypothetical. Should a claim emerge in the future, it would be a matter for that time to determine who, if anyone was at fault and the size, if any, of any compensation payout.

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