Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi issued strict instructions for timely completion of the renovation works in Lahore’s Gaddafi stadium. The venue is among the two stadiums which are currently being upgraded ahead of the Champions Trophy in 2025. Even as renovations works are ongoing in full swing, it remains uncertain if the tournament will be moved out of the country due to India’s unwillingness to travel or should a hybrid model be adopted.
Pakistan in a hurry to get ready for CT 2025
The PCB chairman paid a visit to Lahore on Monday to inspect the ongoing work. He directed the steel fixing work to be completed immediately while insisting that the rest of the renovation work would be completed as per the set timeline.
“The steel fixing work should be completed quickly. The construction work should be completed within the timeline,” Naqvi said.
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So far, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has maintained that it will follow the government’s directive. As things stand, the Government of India is in no mood to relent. The BCCI hasn’t even requested the Govt of India to reconsider its position.
India last visited Pakistan in 2008 during Asia Cup following which geopolitical tensions between the two countries forced the former to boycott cricket in Pakistan. Considering India will host the Women’s World Cup 2025, Asia Cup 2025, and T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan could retaliate if India refuses to travel for CT 2025.
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