NEW DELHI: Amid rising concerns over the readiness of
Champions Trophy venues in the country, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) posted a video of the new-look Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
The PCB posted a video of the new-look stadium on 'X' and wrote, "Under the lights, it's a sight to behold!...We can't wait to welcome fans, officials and teams for the tri-nation series and Champions Trophy."
The mega-event begins on February 19.
India will play all of its matches in Dubai due to security concerns, even though the eight-team Champions Trophy is being staged in Pakistan.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!"It seems absolutely impossible to contemplate the renovation work being completed within the deadline, but the personnel handed the responsibility are beaming with confidence," according to a recent piece in Pakistan's top English-language newspaper, Dawn.
The National Stadium in Karachi will also be completed on schedule, according to the PCB.
On February 19, the first game of the event between Pakistan and New Zealand will take place at the location.
Approximately PKR 12 billion has been spent by the PCB on renovation, building, and restoration at all three venues. Concerns will persist until the PCB declares that they have possession of the redesigned stadiums, even if tickets are already available for purchase.
After the board of the governing organization voiced displeasure with his inability to provide a comprehensive assessment of Pakistan's readiness for the event, ICC CEO Geoff Allardice resigned on Tuesday.
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