PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi throughout the 76th Board of Governors (BoG) assembly at a neighborhood lodge in Islamabad on December 18, 2024. – Screengrab by way of PCB
Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi has reiterated the board’s unwavering dedication to internet hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is about to happen in Pakistan throughout February and March.
Naqvi made this assertion throughout the 76th Board of Governors (BoG) assembly, held at a neighborhood lodge in Islamabad on Wednesday.
Throughout the assembly, key developments relating to Pakistan’s preparations for the distinguished occasion have been mentioned. Naqvi supplied the BoG members with updates, confirming that Pakistan is absolutely on monitor to host the match.
He emphasised the nationwide significance of the Champions Trophy and vowed to make sure it proceeds with out compromise. “From day one, our focus has been on ensuring success for Pakistan and cricket,” stated Naqvi.
“We will leave no stone unturned in preserving the prestige of this event. All participating teams will receive a warm welcome,” Naqvi added, underlining the PCB’s readiness to ship a world-class match.
He additionally careworn the significance of retaining cricket apolitical, saying, “Cricket is a sport loved by millions, and we believe it should remain free from politics.”
The assembly additionally reviewed progress on stadium upgrades in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi, geared toward assembly the stringent worldwide requirements required for the match. Members expressed satisfaction with the work being carried out and praised the PCB for its efforts to make sure Pakistan’s readiness as a bunch nation.
The BoG members additionally famous the success of the continuing Champions T20 Cup at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, a precursor to the Champions Trophy. Earlier this yr, the PCB efficiently hosted the Champions One-Day Cup in Faisalabad, additional boosting confidence in Pakistan’s organisational capabilities.
The dialogue additionally touched on the ICC’s approval of the ‘fusion formula’ proposed by the PCB for resolving logistical challenges associated to Indo-Pak matches in ICC tournaments. In line with experiences, the choice was made throughout an unofficial ICC assembly earlier this yr.
Beneath this association, India will play their matches within the UAE throughout the Champions Trophy 2025 as a substitute of touring to Pakistan.
Equally, Pakistan is not going to journey to India for the ICC Males’s T20 World Cup 2026, with their matches, together with the extremely anticipated Indo-Pak conflict, scheduled to happen in Sri Lanka, the co-host of the occasion.
