Preparations for the Champions Trophy 2025
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been facing questions about its preparations for the Champions Trophy 2025, which is scheduled to be held in Pakistan. The tournament will take place in three cities: Rawalpindi, Karachi, and Lahore. Recent images of the stadiums have raised concerns about the lack of preparation, with some facilities still under construction and others having inadequate seating systems.
PCB Chief Addresses Concerns
PCB Chief Mohsin Raza Naqvi has responded to these concerns, stating that the board is fully prepared to host the tournament. He noted that there are people “across the border” who have been trying to shift the tournament to another country, but he assured that the PCB is ready to welcome the teams and provide a safe and smooth experience.
Assurance of Readiness
Naqvi emphasized that the PCB has been working hard to ensure that the tournament is a success. He said that the board will take care of the safety and security of the teams and provide a well-organized system for the event. Naqvi’s statement aims to alleviate concerns and reassure the public that Pakistan is ready to host the Champions Trophy 2025.
Pakistan’s Squad Announcement
The PCB recently announced its 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy, with Mohammad Rizwan as the captain. Notable players include Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. However, star batsman Sam Job was unable to make the squad due to an injury. The team’s lineup is as follows: Mohammad Rizwan (captain), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Aga, Usman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasanain, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi.