PCB’s Incompetence Puts Champions Trophy 2025 In Jeopardy; Latest Photos Of Pakistan Stadiums Will Shock You - In Pics

With less than a month before the tournament, reports indicate that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is struggling to meet the renovation deadline for Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi stadiums.

Among the three venues, Karachi’s National Stadium is the least prepared. Delays in material delivery and installation have severely impacted the construction timeline.

Despite mounting concerns, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi insists that the stadiums will be ready before the Champions Trophy begins on February 19. However, skepticism remains.

The PCB promised state-of-the-art stadiums and fan experiences, but sources suggest that while matches will be played, the promised quality may not be delivered.

Due to security concerns, India will play all its matches in Dubai as part of the hybrid model, further complicating the tournament logistics.

The PCB has reportedly invested around PKR 12 billion in upgrading the venues, but inefficient execution and logistical issues have slowed progress.

Project head Bilal Chohan revealed a lack of timely equipment and clearances as a major factor behind the delays, especially in Karachi.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has already begun ticket sales, but concerns over stadium completion raise doubts about the feasibility of Pakistan hosting the event.

At least 17,000 security personnel will be deployed to ensure safety, adding another layer of complexity to the tournament preparations.

The unexpected resignation of ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has sparked speculation that Pakistan’s preparedness issues contributed to his exit.