Pakistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 Hosting Rights at Risk as Stadiums Remain Incomplete
Champions Trophy 2025: The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to begin on February 19, is facing uncertainty due to delays in the renovation of Pakistan’s cricket stadiums. While the tournament is set to be a hybrid model with India playing all its matches in Dubai, the remaining matches are slated for Pakistan.
However, reports suggest that the three designated stadiums in Pakistan are still under construction, raising concerns about the country’s ability to host the tournament. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is closely monitoring the situation.
If the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) fails to complete the stadium renovations by the deadline, there is a strong possibility that the entire tournament could be shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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Lahore and Karachi to Host a Tri-Series –
Despite the ongoing concerns, the PCB remains confident about hosting the Champions Trophy. As a show of confidence, the board is planning to host a tri-series involving Pakistan, New Zealand, and South Africa in Lahore and Karachi before the Champions Trophy. This move is aimed at assuring fans and the cricket world that the stadiums will be ready in time for the major tournament.
Gaddafi Stadium Update –
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, one of the key venues for the Champions Trophy, is undergoing significant renovations. The stadium’s capacity has been increased to 35,000, and it has been equipped with new seats, 480 LED lights, and two digital replay screens. The PCB aims to complete the renovations by the end of January.
The PCB has a deadline of January 25 to deliver all three stadiums to the ICC. Failure to meet this deadline could result in the tournament being moved to another country.
Full Schedule of Champions Trophy 2025 –
February 19: Pakistan vs New Zealand, Karachi
February 20: Bangladesh vs India, Dubai
February 21: Afghanistan vs South Africa, Karachi
February 22: Australia vs England, Lahore
February 23: Pakistan vs India, Dubai
February 24: Bangladesh vs New Zealand, Rawalpindi
February 25: Australia vs South Africa, Rawalpindi
February 26: Afghanistan vs England, Lahore
February 27: Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Rawalpindi
February 28: Afghanistan vs Australia, Lahore
March 1: South Africa vs England, Karachi
March 2: New Zealand vs India, Dubai
March 4: Semi-final 1, Dubai
March 5: Semi-final 2, Lahore
March 9: Final, Lahore (If India reaches the final, it will be played in Dubai)
March 10: Reserve Day
The fate of the Champions Trophy 2025 hangs in the balance as the deadline for completing stadium renovations in Pakistan looms. The cricket world is watching closely to see if the PCB can pull off a successful tournament or if the event will be forced to relocate.
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