No Change in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Dates, PCB Clarifies

Lahore-Tahir Chuhdary-No Change in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Dates, PCB Clarifies, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Denies Reports of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Date Change, The PCB has categorically denied recent media reports suggesting a potential change in dates for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. The reports misquoted PCB Chair Mohsin Naqvi, creating unnecessary sensationalism.

“It is disappointing that certain media outlets have misrepresented PCB Chair Mohsin Naqvi’s comments from yesterday’s media interaction, misleadingly quoting him on the potential change of dates for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to security concerns, thus creating unnecessary sensationalism.

“During the media talk, which is available on the PCB’s official YouTube channel, the PCB Chair clearly stated that the redevelopment and redesign of the three designated stadia would be completed on schedule, ensuring readiness to host the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The PCB Chair also mentioned that while some domestic matches may need to be shifted to facilitate uninterrupted construction work, this in no way pertains to the ICC Champions Trophy, which remains a priority for the PCB as a premier eight-team international event.

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“The PCB is fully committed to hosting a world-class ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at three of Pakistan’s iconic venues, ensuring an unforgettable experience for our passionate cricket fans. In line with this commitment, the PCB has already submitted a draft schedule to the International Cricket Council (ICC), with the proposed dates spanning from 19 February to 9 March 2025.”