Second Pakistan versus Bangladesh Test shifted from Karachi to Rawalpindi

Team Bangladesh reached Pakistan for the two-match Test series with the first Test scheduled to commence on August 21, in Rawalpindi. The second Test, scheduled to be held in Karachi on August 30, has been moved out of the city. The second Test will now be hosted by Rawalpindi due to the ongoing construction and renovation at the Karachi Stadium. 

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had earlier informed that the Karachi Stadium is currently undergoing construction as it is one of the three venues hosting the Champions Trophy 2025 games. Earlier, PCB had cancelled the ticket bookings for fans and also promised to refund the ticket amount. Concerning the second Test, PCB decided to reschedule the match as construction workers informed the board about the noise pollution caused due to ongoing work.

“Additionally, the dust from the construction work could also affect the health and well-being of the players, officials, broadcasters, and media,” the PCB said in a statement.

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We will continue to work closely with the architects: PCB

The Champions Trophy 2025 will commence on February 19 and Karachi Stadium is one of the premier venues for the global event. Before the marquee event, the Stadium will host a touring England team in one of the three Tests in October. On this, PCB iterated that the developments will be closely monitored ensuring safe conduction of the game. 

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“At this stage, we will not like to speculate. We will continue to work closely with the architects and construction experts on the safe and secure hosting of the match, while keeping the England and Wales Cricket Board updated,” the PCB concluded.