Preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium have been disrupted due to the ongoing monsoon rains. The partial renovation and beautification work at the stadium, which is a key part of the preparations for the upcoming tournament, has been significantly affected. Heavy rains in Karachi this week have hampered progress on … Read more
An illustration of the Grand Stade Hassan II stadium, in Casablanca, Morocco. — Instagram/@oualalou.choi Morocco is set to build the world’s largest football stadium which is poised to redefine modern stadium architecture because of its unique design which deeply roots from Moroccan culture. The “Grand Stade Hassan II” stadium, which is designed like a giant … Read more
Pakistan’s players celebrate after the dismissal of Bangladesh’s Shadman Islam during the third day of the first Test cricket match between Pakistan and Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on August 23, 2024. — AFP The cricket fans have been allowed free entry at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium for the remainder of the … Read more
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed BDP to revitalise three major cricket stadiums in Pakistan, aiming to improve infrastructure and fan experiences. BDP Pattern, the sports and entertainment division of BDP, will focus on upgrading stadiums in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi ahead of the 2024-25 cricket season. The project will enhance facilities at the … Read more
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has raised concerns about the substandard condition of the country’s stadiums, saying they fall short of international standards. While reviewing the renovation progress at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Naqvi emphasized the stark difference between Pakistan’s stadiums and global venues, underscoring the need for major improvements ahead of the Champions … Read more
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Listen to article PAKISTAN: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed confidence that Pakistan will be ready to host all teams for the 2025 Champions Trophy, despite the significant challenges in upgrading the country’s cricket stadiums. During a media briefing at Gaddafi Stadium on Monday, the chairman assured that efforts are underway to complete the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has shifted the second Test of the two-match series between Pakistan and Bangladesh from Karachi to Rawalpindi due to ongoing renovations and upgradation work at the National Stadium. “Given that construction must continue uninterrupted to ensure the venue is operationally ready for the Champions Trophy 2025, the PCB, after … Read more
Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan reacts as a Bangladesh player plays a shot during a Test match. — AFP/File Decision made after consultations with construction experts:PCB. National Stadium was set to host second Test from Aug 30 to Sept 3. Series between Shaheens and Bangladesh to continue in Islamabad. ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has shifted … Read more
The final look of the National Stadium Karachi with a roof after the two reconstruction phases are over. — Author/File A new design of Karachi’s National Stadium has come to the fore as revamping of the stadium is underway. The plan for the model indicates that the stadium will be renovated in two phases. The … Read more