2024-08-15 18:10:41
Karachi: The Pakistan Cricket Board has been trying to restore international cricket in the country for the last decade. After a long time, Pakistan also got the hosting rights of an ICC event. The Champions Trophy is to be played in Pakistan next year, but it is in limbo because the Indian team will not travel here. However, despite this, Pakistan is making a lot of efforts to organize the tournament, the effect of which will be seen in the upcoming Bangladesh Test series.
In a move reminiscent of the pre-Covid-19 days, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to host the second Test against Bangladesh at the Karachi National Stadium behind closed doors. The PCB said the difficult decision was taken due to ongoing construction work at the stadium in preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy early next year.
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There will be a lack of spectators during the match
The board said in a statement, “We understand that our passionate fans play a vital role in cricket, inspiring and encouraging our players. However, the health and safety of our fans is our top priority.”
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According to the statement, ‘After carefully considering all the available options, we have decided that the safest way is to hold the second Test in an empty stadium.’ The board said that as a result of this decision, the sale of tickets for the second Test to be played from August 30 to September 3 has been suspended with immediate effect. The board said, ‘Fans who have already bought tickets will automatically get a full refund which will be credited to the account details given while purchasing the ticket.’