The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has revealed that the second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh, originally planned for Karachi, will now take place in Rawalpindi. This adjustment, decided in consultation with the Bangladesh Cricket Board, is due to the ongoing construction at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium in advance of the ICC Champions Trophy.
The revised match dates are set for August 30 to September 3. The PCB indicated that the ongoing construction could create substantial noise and smoke, which might disturb players, officials, broadcasters, and media personnel. To prepare the National Bank Stadium for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, both Test matches will now be hosted in Rawalpindi.
The PCB also stated that it is premature to consider the possibility of holding the second Test in Karachi from October 15 to 19. They will keep collaborating with architects and construction experts to ensure a safe venue for the match.
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The first Test against Bangladesh will commence in Rawalpindi on August 21, with the second Test scheduled to start on August 30.
In other news, the Pakistan Shaheens and Bangladesh ‘A’ will continue their series in Islamabad. After the first four-day match ended in a draw, the second four-day match will begin on August 20 at the Islamabad Club. Additionally, three 50-over matches are scheduled for August 26, 28, and 30.
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