ICC Delegation Reviews Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Preparations
A six-member delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) visited Karachi to assess Pakistan’s readiness for the upcoming Champions Trophy, set to kick off on February 19. The tournament will feature eight teams competing in 15 matches, with Karachi being one of the three host cities, alongside Lahore and Rawalpindi.
The ICC officials, including key broadcasters and logistics personnel, conducted a thorough review of the preparations. This visit comes amid concerns regarding the renovation work at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi, the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, and the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which has reportedly fallen behind schedule. The deadline for completing these renovations is set for January 25.
During the visit, Usman Wahla, the Pakistan Cricket Board’s Director of International Cricket, provided detailed briefings about the state of the renovations and the overall readiness of the venues. The ICC’s scrutiny underscores the significance of this tournament for Pakistan, as it aims to showcase its cricketing infrastructure and hospitality to the world.
Exciting Matches Await
The tournament promises to be thrilling, with Karachi hosting the opening match between Pakistan and New Zealand, along with two additional group matches. Notably, the tournament will adopt a hybrid format, allowing India to play all its matches, including the semifinal and final—if they qualify—in Dubai.
In Group A, fans can look forward to a high-stakes clash between India and Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai, alongside matches featuring New Zealand and Bangladesh. Group B will see teams such as Afghanistan, South Africa, England, and Australia vie for supremacy.
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