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PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Announces Plan for 9,000 Matches in Four Months and Champions Trophy 2025 Preparation Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, has announced plans to organize 9,000 matches over the next four months. Addressing a press conference at the National Stadium Karachi, Naqvi stated, "Last year, we arranged 2,700 domestic matches, and our goal is to increase this number to 9,000 matches within the next four months. The promotion of school cricket remains one of our top priorities." Regarding the Champions Trophy 2025, Naqvi expressed confidence in Pakistan's preparedness to host the event, saying, "The Champions Trophy 2025 will take place in Pakistan, and we are fully equipped for it. We pray to Allah that this event proceeds as planned in Pakistan. We have no intention of holding the Trophy in any other country or under a hybrid model." Naqvi also revealed plans to prepare pitches for the upcoming matches by importing soil from England and Australia. When asked about the captaincy of the national cricket team, Naqvi emphasized that the selection committee would make the decision. He noted the need to empower the selection committee to ensure accountability and to avoid interference in their duties. #PCB #Cricket #Pakistan #ChampionsTrophy #Matches #Sports #newsheadlines #news #information #newstoday

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has put forward a proposal to host all of India's matches in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Lahore. The draft schedule has been submitted to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for approval and will be discussed at the ICC Board meeting in July, which will take place in Sri Lanka. Initially, three cities - Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi - were considered as potential venues. However, the PCB has decided to focus on Lahore as the sole host city for India's matches. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has emphasized the board's commitment to hosting a successful tournament and is engaged in ongoing discussions with the ICC regarding security measures and stadium upgrades. This development comes amidst a backdrop of political tensions between Pakistan and India, which have prevented bilateral cricket series between the two nations since 2012/13. Despite these challenges, the PCB is determined to host a successful Champions Trophy, and the proposal to host India's matches in Lahore is a significant step towards achieving this goal. . . . #PCB #ChampionsTrophy #Cricket #PakistanIndiaRelations #Lahore #IndiaVsPakistan #CricketTournament #SportsDiplomacy #InternationalCricketCouncil #ICC #CricketNews #SportsNews #tribunetrends

I am very surprised that there is no shortage of cricketers in Pakistan. There are so many players that even if we form 10 teams, there will still be more players left. Among these players, there is a lot of good talent. However, I think Osman Khan's decision is foolish because he doesn't seem to understand some basic things. Firstly, if he started playing cricket in the UAE, he should be thankful for that opportunity. Secondly, if he now says he wants to establish his future in Pakistan, was he not thinking about his future before? I can confidently say that Osman Khan's career will suffer in two years because of his decision. This is because in the Pakistani cricket team, recommendations and connections matter. As long as you have recommendations and connections, you can easily play for the Pakistani cricket team. I am also surprised that after a little bit of fame, a cricketer is thinking about leaving one country and playing for another. If the United Arab Emirates has given him an opportunity, he should be dedicated to them for life. Osman Khan's decision is very foolish because if he hasn't gained understanding yet, it will be very difficult for him. Some people may not agree with me because I am speaking the truth. Until now, whose career has been set in Pakistan? Only the career of this individual has been set. If you are powerful, wealthy, and have good connections, then you have to make friendships with four types of people - police officers, doctors, lawyers, and even some troublemakers if you want to establish your future in Pakistan. I hope Allah shows mercy on our country. Furthermore, the coaches of our cricket team or the members of the selection committee, like zaka ashraf and others, who have never had any involvement in cricket or life, have become chairmen because of their good connections with influential people or corrupt individuals. If you want to establish your future in Pakistan, you have to make friends with four types of people - police officers, doctors, lawyers, and even some troublemakers. #pcb #pakistan #cricket #status #hr #career

In a recent statement, cricket legend Wasim Akram emphasized the dilemma faced by Shaheen Afridi, suggesting that the young cricketer must make a critical decision. Akram's message revolves around Shaheen Afridi's choice between pursuing greatness in the game of cricket or prioritizing financial gains. The cricket icon urges Afridi to reflect on whether he aspires to become a cricket great or aims for financial prosperity. Akram's commentary highlights the broader challenges faced by players in balancing success on the field with the lure of wealth. #sparkpakistan #cricket #wasimakram #shaheenafridi #statement #pcb #news

The Price of Patronizing Mediocrity: Pakistan's Cricket Downfall National humiliation is the inevitable consequence of tolerating mediocrity and incompetence over an extended period. Pakistan's abysmal performance in the ongoing test series against Bangladesh is a stark reminder of this reality. #CricketReform #PakistanCricket Years of mismanagement by incompetent bureaucrats, generals, journalists, and cronies have led to this decline. The once-mighty Pakistan team has been outclassed by Bangladesh in all disciplines of test cricket. #MediocrityKills The retirement of top-quality players like Younas, Misbah, Azhar Ali, Saeed Ajmal, Yasir Shah, and Babar Azam has exposed the lack of depth and talent in the team. Nepotism has further lowered the standards, making Pakistan a weak side in home conditions and an embarrassing one in away games. #NepotismInSports The dearth of skills, absence of a winning mentality, and zero commitment to national glory have reduced Pakistan's cricket team to the status of minnows. Yet, those responsible for this downfall show no signs of embarrassment or accountability. #AccountabilityInSports Even if Pakistan manages to secure an unlikely victory in the test match, it will only mask the underlying issues. We must acknowledge the patronage of mediocrity as the root cause of our decline in cricket, hockey, squash, and other sports. #SportsDevelopment Let us hope that optimism prevails over experience, and we adopt a merit-based approach to restore our lost glory. #MeritOverMediocrity #PakistanSports

The outside chance is as simple as for cricket lovers of Pakistan, in any case Ireland should defeat United States on June 14. However, India would likely to snatch yet another win on June 9. The scenario is, Pakistan’s early exit shock to not just begin from here. Means, Pakistan would be a team to remember that their power-hitting is no more, to just consider them to be much behind the top eight teams. Do or die situation for Pakistan begins from June 9. Let’s wait and consider all words in this piece not totally mentions Pakistan as a poor team, but include these too. https://lnkd.in/gV4QxxkF

 "🔍⚔️ Unmasking the Cricket Rumor Mill: Safeguarding Bangladesh's Cricket Integrity! 🏏💬 Here is another article on how a darker trend is emerging: the proliferation of rumours and baseless speculation - in the form of misinformation that threatens the integrity of the cricket landscape. 🛡️📰 #SafeguardTheSport #Misinformation #FactChecking #CricketRumor  #naeenzulker #ZulkerNaeen https://lnkd.in/gwGafWA4

Reports from Indian media indicate that the International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering contingency plans for hosting the Champions Trophy 2025. It has been suggested that if the Indian government prohibits the national team from traveling to Pakistan, the ICC may relocate India’s matches to the UAE. Additionally, the ICC is reportedly exploring options to move the entire tournament out of Pakistan, with South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the UAE as potential venues. Sources reveal that this decision follows the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) reluctance to send the team to Pakistan. As the tournament dates approach, the ICC has prepared budgets for all three contingency plans. Pakistan was awarded hosting rights for the Champions Trophy back in 2021, but there have been ongoing speculations about the tournament not taking place in the country. Despite this, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has assured that the entire tournament will occur in Pakistan, with all participating teams confirmed to tour. Preparations are already underway, with the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi undergoing renovations. However, these latest developments could significantly impact the PCB and Pakistan cricket as a whole, as the tournament is set to run from February 19 to March 9, with matches planned in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi. #ChampionsTrophy2025 #ICC #PakistanCricket #BCCI #CricketNews #SportsUpdate Visit Our Website: https://bankopedia.pk/

The recent admission by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has sent shockwaves through the cricketing community. Naqvi candidly acknowledged that No Pakistan Cricket Stadium Meets International Standards. This revelation comes at a critical time as Pakistan prepares to host the Champions Trophy in February 2025. The tournament marks the first ICC event in the country since the 1996 ODI World Cup. Pakistan’s cricket fans have long voiced their frustration over the state of the nation’s stadiums. Among the most criticized is the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. Many have pointed out the lack of basic amenities and the subpar viewing experience it offers. Naqvi, after inspecting the ongoing renovations at Lahore’s Qaddafi Stadium, highlighted the stark contrast between Pakistan’s venues and those abroad. He admitted, “With apologies, No Pakistan Cricket Stadium Meets International Standards.” The PCB has taken significant steps to address these concerns, particularly by renovating stadiums in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi. These venues are set to host the Champions Trophy. However, the journey has been far from smooth. Due to ongoing construction, the PCB recently announced that Karachi would host the second Test against Bangladesh without spectators. However, they eventually relocated the match to Rawalpindi because of security concerns. Despite the challenges, Naqvi remains optimistic about meeting deadlines. He drew parallels with the stadium in New York, which was completed just days before the T20 World Cup 2024. Naqvi confidently stated, “We will complete it before then.” As Pakistan gears up for the Champions Trophy, the spotlight is firmly on the PCB. The successful renovation of these stadiums is not just about hosting an international event—it’s about restoring pride in Pakistan’s cricketing infrastructure. Stay tuned for more information. #PCB #Naqvi #ICC #Fetchcricket #olympicgold #247Newsupdate

🏏 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟒.𝟑 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐊𝐑—𝐒𝐨 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠? 💸 The recent test loss to Bangladesh for the first time is a tough pill to swallow for Pakistan cricket fans. But the real issue isn’t a lack of money in the sport—far from it. Cricket remains the financial powerhouse of Pakistani sports, with a conservative estimate placing its worth at over 24.3 billion PKR. This massive figure comes from public data, highlighting the combined revenues of the Pakistan Cricket Board, the lucrative Pakistan Super League (PSL), and its six franchise teams. Yet, despite the billions flowing into the game, Pakistan cricket continues to face challenges on the field. It’s a perplexing contrast: a sport that thrives financially but struggles to deliver consistent results where it matters most. The question is, how can a game so rich in resources fail to translate that into success? 🏆 It’s time for a closer look at the gaps between financial might and performance on the pitch!