KARACHI: An International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation visited the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday to assess preparations for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025.
Arriving the previous night, the delegation inspected ongoing construction and readiness at the stadium. Following their visit to Karachi, the ICC team will travel to Islamabad and Lahore for further evaluations, after which they will compile a comprehensive report on the venues and preparations.
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The ICC Champions Trophy is set to take place in Pakistan from February to March 2025. However, India’s participation remains uncertain as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) awaits government approval for travel to the country.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has allocated Rs 12.80 billion for upgrades to the three key venues: Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, National Stadium in Karachi, and Rawalpindi International Cricket Stadium, all of which will host matches from February 19 to March 9 next year.
In Group A, teams include Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, while Group B features Australia, England, Afghanistan, and South Africa.
