Pakistan is preparing to host the ICC Champions Trophy in early 2025, with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressing confidence in the country’s ability to retain hosting rights. Naqvi confirmed that Pakistan is in regular contact with BCCI Secretary Jay Shah, discussing logistics for the tournament. This event will be a significant occasion, as it will mark the first time since 2008 that the Indian team travels to Pakistan for a major cricket tournament.
Naqvi’s remarks come amidst ongoing speculation about whether the BCCI and Indian Government will permit the Indian team to travel across the border. While the BCCI has remained silent on the matter, Naqvi remains optimistic, stating that the PCB is also engaging with other participating teams to ensure smooth preparations.
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Stadium Upgrades Underway
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will be the ninth edition of the tournament, featuring the top eight ranked men’s ODI teams.
Organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC), the event will take place in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9, 2025. Pakistan, the defending champions, won the last edition in 2017
As part of the preparations for the Champions Trophy, significant renovations are underway at the key venues.
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is undergoing major construction, with the basement expected to be completed by September 30, and the main building slated for completion by December 31.
Pindi Stadium will be fully demolished and rebuilt, while the National Stadium in Karachi is also undergoing extensive renovations to ensure it meets international standards by the time of the tournament.
BCCI’s Uncertain Position
Despite repeated approaches, the BCCI has yet to publicly commit to sending the Indian team to Pakistan.
Both BCCI President Roger Binny and Jay Shah have remained non-committal, leaving the future of India’s participation in the tournament up in the air.
The final decision will likely impact the overall planning and execution of the event.
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