[PICTURES/VIDEOS] Will the stadiums in Pakistan be ready on time for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

[BouncerGuy]

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As Pakistan prepares to host the Champions Trophy in 2025, a major concern looms: will the stadiums be ready in time for this prestigious event? With extensive renovations and upgrades underway, the clock is ticking to ensure that the venues meet international standards and provide a world-class experience for fans and players alike. The success of this tournament depends not only on the teams' performances but also on the preparedness of the infrastructure.

What are your views on this?

 

[Hawkeye]

I’m not sure.

If they’re not gonna be ready, PAK will have an easy way out - make excuse that IND isn’t coming, so we are shifting the tournament to the UAE.

 

[FearlessRoar]

Even if completed on time, the quality will be compromised.

 

[Deewana Mastana]

These things need to be planned well in advanced and these ground demolitions and upgrade works should have started completed a year to two back.

I doubt it'll be fully functioning by the time it starts in 3 months.

 

[Cricket Warrior]

the way Gaddafi Stadium work is going on with slow pace i dont think any match can take place there.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

the way Gaddafi Stadium work is going on with slow pace i dont think any match can take place there.

What else could one expect from an incompetent administration.

 

[FearlessRoar]

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi inspected the ongoing upgradation work at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, where nearly 50pc of the project is complete

The clash between Pakistan and India, scheduled to be held at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on March 1, is one of the most eagerly awaited matches of the tournament.

During his visit, Chairman Mohsin Naqvi observed accelerated progress in enclosure renovations and main building flooring, with the work on floors nearing completion.

PCB chief Naqvi held a meeting at the FWO camp office, where he reviewed project designs and assessed the progress presented by the FWO Project Director.

Mohsin Naqvi instructed officials to ensure spacious parking and enhance the stadium’s external outlook.

The PCB chairman said the importance of completing the renovations by the Champions Trophy, adding that Gaddafi Stadium is being transformed to meet international standards with improved facilities for players and spectators.

PCB officials including the director of infrastructure, director of domestic, senior general manager of infrastructure, and officials from FWO and NESPAK were also present in the meeting.

On October 22, the International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed satisfaction with Pakistan’s preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to take place in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi from February 19 to March 9, 2025.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi presented a comprehensive progress report on the renovations and infrastructure upgrades of the three selected stadiums during a recent meeting in Dubai.

Taking the opportunity, Naqvi urged the ICC to make an official visit to Pakistan to personally review the renovations and arrangements, which could help build confidence around hosting a successful event.

Champions Trophy 2025: Gaddafi Stadium upgradation nears 50pc completion

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi inspected the ongoing upgradation work at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, where nearly 50pc of the project is

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[FearlessRoar]

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, while addressing the media at Gaddafi Stadium:

"We are also working with provincial governments on four to five stadiums to improve facilities, and our goal is to have these ready in time for the Champions Trophy."

"We have secured land and a building for a hotel, and while we didn’t want to disrupt any ongoing projects, work will commence post-Champions Trophy."

 

[RidiculousMan]

He said Gaddafi Stadium construction would be finished in December. So that's good to hear

 

[FearlessRoar]

The Gaddafi Stadium upgrade project is rapidly progressing towards completion

Basement work is complete, accommodating over 100 vehicles for parking.

Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, recently visited the stadium, inspecting construction works in the main building and enclosures.

He reviewed ongoing works in the main building, office building, and floors, where tile installation has commenced.

Chairman Naqvi instructed that the grill around trenches should be aesthetically designed to avoid obstructing fans' views during cricket matches.

He also inspected the structure for constructing holes in the enclosures at the far end.

Chairman Naqvi expressed satisfaction with the construction progress, stating, "Inshallah, the project will be completed on time." He praised the team's hard work, saying, "The whole team is working day and night."

During his visit, Chairman Naqvi gave instructions to FWO officials. Project Director FWO provided a briefing on the project's progress.


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[RedwoodOriginal]

I saw a mock-up of the upgrades and the planned facelift looks pretty good. Although a big problem I saw was that there was no roof cover over the stands. Which is really demanding alot from the fans in a city like Lahore. Where the weather is largely unhospitable for most of the year.