Champions Trophy 2025, PCB: There is a possibility of Pakistan losing the hosting of ICC Champions Trophy 2025. According to media reports, the construction of three major stadiums has not been completed within the deadline set by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The work on these stadiums started in August 2024 and was to be completed by 31 December 2024. However, the latest pictures and reports are exposing the mismanagement of PCB.
Champions Trophy 2025 ICC gave ultimatum
The ICC has given a strict ultimatum to the Pakistan Cricket Board, instructing it to complete the construction work by January 25, 2025. After this, ICC officials will inspect the stadium and decide whether these venues are suitable for the tournament or not.
United Arab Emirates (UAE) can become an option
If Pakistan is unable to complete the preparations on time, then the hosting of the Champions Trophy can be handed over to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). UAE has hosted many international cricket tournaments in the past and has world-class facilities.
The tournament will start from February 19
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to begin from February 19. The first match will be played between Pakistan and New Zealand, while the Indian team will start its campaign against Bangladesh on February 22. In such a situation, the poor condition of Pakistan’s stadiums and delay in construction work just before the tournament has become a matter of serious concern for the country’s reputation.
Big blow for PCB
The Pakistan Cricket Board is already facing financial and administrative problems. In such a situation, this incident can prove to be a big blow for the PCB. If Pakistan loses the hosting rights, it will be recorded as a black spot on the country’s cricket. https://www.icc-cricket.com/
Now all eyes are on the deadline of January 25. It will be interesting to see whether PCB is able to complete its preparations within the stipulated time or not.
