Pakistan Cricket Board After a viral video, the National Stadium explained the absence of an Indian flag at Karachi, which gave rise to the dispute a few days before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
In a viral video of the National Stadium, it was seen that flags from all partners other than India were hoisted. Because of this, rumors came that the PCB deliberately left the Indian flag in retaliation.
However, the top officials in the PCB explained their position. He said that according to the ICC’s advice, only four flags would be hoisted.
“The ICC suggested that the Champions Trophy 2025 match day – only four flags will be flown on the ICC.
(Event Authority), PCB (host of the event), and on that day to fight two parties. Easy, “a PCB spokesman said.
The champion trophy will begin on February 19. Hosting Nation Pakistan will face New Zealand at the opener of the event at Karachi Stadium.
The Indian team will start its campaign by playing against Bangladesh in Dubai on Thursday.
Both India and Pakistan, along with New Zealand and Bangladesh, have been placed in Group A.
Group B is comprised of England, Australia, South Africa and Afghanistan. It is called the “death group”, as four of the 3 are playing against each other in the County County group.
Cricket Titans Australia vs England will take place in Lahore on February 22.
Thrilling Pakistan India Encounter
However, on Sunday, February 23, the thrilling Pakistan India Encounter is scheduled at Dubai International Stadium.
While the semi -finals will be played on March 4 and 5, the final will be played on March 9.
Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi expressed satisfaction over the agreement that approved Pakistan to host the program while India is playing its match in Dubai.
We are happy that an agreement has been reached based on the principles of equality and respect. This shows a spirit of cooperation and cooperation that explains our game, “Naqvi told the press.
He also highlighted the ICC’s role in reaching the deal.
“Our heartfelt thanks to the ICC members who play a constructive role in helping us achieve a mutual beneficial solution. Their efforts are preaching to promoting the interests of international cricket.
Despite all the issues and conflicts, Pakistan is ready to host a highly expected tournament and has focused on making it successful.
