PCB Shut Down Allegations about Mohsin Naqvi- Rescheduling Champion Trophy Dates

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) gave out a clarification regarding a fake news being spread in media about PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi saying that there are possibilities for some matches of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to be shifted due to security concerns. After the spread of this false news, PCB decided to shift the venue of the second Test match against Bangladesh, which was supposed to be played in the national Stadium Karachi to Rawalpindi. That venue has also been changed given the condition that the Karachi stadium is currently undergoing renovation.

The PCB expressed their disappointment towards the reports made by media which state that the dates for the next year ICC Champions Trophy might get changed. They reported these claims to be fake and gave out a clarification for the situation.

“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,” PCB’s official statement read.

“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. 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,” the statement further added.

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