Second Test against Bangladesh shifted from Karachi to Rawalpindi

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the second Test match of Pakistan Bangladesh series in relation to Champions Trophy 2025. Karachi I have decided to shift the schedule to Rawalpindi.

Earlier, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had decided to hold the second Test match without spectators, which was severely criticized by former cricketers.

According to PCB, this decision has been taken after consultation with the Bangladesh Cricket Board. The match will now be played from August 30 to September 3 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The ongoing construction work for the ICC Champions Trophy at the National Bank Stadium Karachi has been cited as the reason behind this decision. PCB says that the health of players and officials may be affected due to noise pollution and fumes during the construction work. Therefore, it has been decided that both the Test matches will be played in Rawalpindi so that the fans can get a full opportunity to watch live cricket and the construction work is not affected.

The Pakistan Cricket Board added that as per the advice of construction experts, the performance of the cricketers may be affected due to ongoing work at the National Bank Stadium during the game. This step has been taken keeping in mind the complete preparation of the stadium for Champions Trophy 2025.

The first Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh will begin on August 21 in Rawalpindi, while the second Test will be played in Rawalpindi from August 30. Also, the series between Pakistan Shaheens and Bangladesh A will continue in Islamabad.

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After the first four-day match is drawn, the second four-day match will begin on August 20 at the Islamabad Club, followed by three 50-over matches on August 26, 28 and 30.

Sale of tickets

Following are the ticket sales details for Test matches at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium:

Tickets are available online at PCB website PCB.tcs.com.pk.

The ticket booth at Aviation Ground, opposite Rescue 1122, Rawal Road, will be operational on August 19 at 11 am.

Public parking will be available at Aviation Ground, Opposite Rescue 1122, Rawal Road and also at Government Graduate College Satellite Town, Sixth Road.