The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that No Spectators will be allowed at Karachi’s National Stadium for the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh due to ongoing renovations.
The PCB stated that, while they recognize the importance of fans’ support, the decision to hold the match without spectators was made after careful consideration to ensure safety.
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The second Test is scheduled to run from August 30 to September 3 in Karachi. This decision is part of the venue’s upgrade efforts in preparation for the Champions Trophy 2025. As a result, ticket sales have been suspended, and fans who have already bought tickets will receive automatic refunds.
The PCB is focused on making sure the stadium is ready for the Champions Trophy, the first ICC event in Pakistan since 1996. The upgrades aim to enhance the stadium’s facilities and improve the fan experience.
The first Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh will take place in Rawalpindi from August 21 to 25. The Bangladesh team arrived in Lahore from Dhaka on Tuesday and will train at Gaddafi Stadium from August 14 to 16.
