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As per reports, summary of Pakistan's financial losses during the Champions Trophy 2025:
Massive Spending, Minimal Return: Pakistan spent a staggering $100 million (INR 869 crore) to host a single home match against New Zealand in Lahore during the Champions Trophy. This included stadium upgrades and event preparations.
Financial Loss: After accounting for hosting fees and revenue from ticket sales/sponsorships, Pakistan cricket suffered a loss of over $85 million.
Impact on Players: To offset the losses, match fees for the national T20 championship were initially slashed by 90%, and payments for reserve players were cut significantly. While the match fee cut was later revised, it wasn't fully restored.
Disparities: Young cricketers faced reduced accommodations, while PCB officials continued to enjoy luxurious perks.
Coaching Drama: A public spat between Jason Gillespie and Aaqib Javed highlighted the dysfunction within Pakistan cricket's management, with accusations of undermining and constant changes in coaches and selectors.
Overall Dysfunction: Mickey Arthur's statement, "Pakistan cricket is its own worst enemy," encapsulates the core issue. The Champions Trophy hosting decision is portrayed as a financially disastrous move.
Massive Spending, Minimal Return: Pakistan spent a staggering $100 million (INR 869 crore) to host a single home match against New Zealand in Lahore during the Champions Trophy. This included stadium upgrades and event preparations.
Financial Loss: After accounting for hosting fees and revenue from ticket sales/sponsorships, Pakistan cricket suffered a loss of over $85 million.
Impact on Players: To offset the losses, match fees for the national T20 championship were initially slashed by 90%, and payments for reserve players were cut significantly. While the match fee cut was later revised, it wasn't fully restored.
Disparities: Young cricketers faced reduced accommodations, while PCB officials continued to enjoy luxurious perks.
Coaching Drama: A public spat between Jason Gillespie and Aaqib Javed highlighted the dysfunction within Pakistan cricket's management, with accusations of undermining and constant changes in coaches and selectors.
Overall Dysfunction: Mickey Arthur's statement, "Pakistan cricket is its own worst enemy," encapsulates the core issue. The Champions Trophy hosting decision is portrayed as a financially disastrous move.