Karachi: Cricket Australia yesterday denied reports that it had pulled out of the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, saying it was still waiting for a final word from the International Cricket Council (ICC) before taking any decision. CA spokesman Peter Young said reports suggesting that Australia had pulled out were not true.

"No that is not true ... we have not pulled out of the Champions Trophy. But we have advised the ICC about our considerable concern. And we have made sure that they understand that we will not go anywhere which is not safe," Young said.

"CA at this stage hasn't made any official decision to not tour. We are waiting to hear from ICC ... the ball is in their court," he said.