Pakistan Board cheated the fans, took the money for the tickets and said that the match would be played without spectators- know the matter?
PCB has announced that the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be played in an empty stadium. Pakistan fans cheer during ICC World Cup 2019. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) The 2-match Test series between Pakistan and Bangladesh is scheduled to start on August 21. The second Test between the two teams is to be played at the National Stadium in Karachi. But let us tell you that this match will be played in an empty stadium as renovation work is going on to improve the venue for the 2025 Champions Trophy. This match between Bangladesh and Pakistan is scheduled to start on August 30 and will be part of the World Test Championship (WTC) program. Notably, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has allocated Rs 17 billion for the renovation of stadiums in Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi. The 2025 Champions Trophy is the first major tournament to be played in Pakistan since the 2008 Asia Cup and the first ICC event since the 1996 ODI World Cup. The PCB issued a statement on Wednesday, August 14, confirming that fans will not be able to watch the match in the stadium due to construction work in the complex. “In view of the ongoing construction work at the National Stadium as part of preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken the difficult decision to hold the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh, scheduled from 30 August to 3 September, without spectators,” the PCB statement read.The statement further said, “We understand how important a role our passionate audience plays in cricket, providing inspiration and encouragement to our players. However, the health and safety of our fans is our top priority. After carefully considering all available options, we have decided that the safest way is to hold the second Test match in an empty stadium.” The press release also stated that fans who have already bought tickets for the contest will be refunded their money, while the sale of unsold seats will be suspended immediately. Bangladesh’s tour of Pakistan will start from August 21 The upcoming red-ball assignment is crucial for Pakistan on multiple fronts. It is a great opportunity for the team to get back into the WTC race on home soil. It is also the first series for newly-appointed red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie, who is said to be a bit like Gautam Gambhir. It will also be the first time Shan Masood will lead his team on home soil after taking over the captaincy from Babar Azam.
Edgbaston stand is completely ready for renovation, now spectators will be able to enjoy the match even from a four star hotel.
The loan facility was approved by the West Midlands Combined Authority (DMCA) to cover the proposed plans by Warwickshire County Cricket Club. Edgbaston Stadium. (Photo Source: Twitter) Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham, England was approved with a loan amounting to £18 billion in its bid to develop the ground. The loan facility was approved by the West Midlands Combined Authority (DMCA) to cover the proposed plans by Warwickshire County Cricket Club. At the same time, the stadium is undergoing another renovation because it will develop a new viewing stand along with a four-star hotel. The stadium is now fully ready for redevelopment and construction is expected to begin in September 2025. Officers will spend the next six months talking to stakeholders including local residents and club members before presenting a proposed plan in the autumn. It is expected to be completed in Spring 2027 as this will also be the time when the hotel will become operational for the Ashes. According to the proposed plan, the four-star hotel will have amenities like rooftop terraces, pitch-view rooms with balconies and hospitality boxes equipped with terraces. Meanwhile, the new stand will get a new concourse which will be great for food and drinks. Apart from this, proper facilities will also be provided for disabled spectators. We would like to thank WMCA: Stuart Cain Edgbaston chief executive Stuart Cain expressed his gratitude to the WMCA. According to The Construction Index, Stuart Cain said, ‘Getting funding is very important. We would like to thank WMCA due to which this important work is being done. We want that all people can enjoy international sports in the best possible way. We will hold talks with all the local community and members and only then start work on this hotel. Many people love the game of cricket and I have full hope that everyone will support this cause. Top 5 IPL teams with most social media followers What to look for in each team during the IPL 2024 season A look at the beautiful girlfriends of cricketers in IPL 2024 The names of these players have top records in the history of IPL! IPL 2024: Potential impact players of all 10 teams, see list 3 legendary bowlers who bowled more than 50 thousand balls in international cricket These 5 bowlers have hit the most sixes in IPL 5 most hated players in IPL 2024 5 legendary players of world cricket who played in IPL 2023, but will not play in IPL 2024 See the list of one weak player from each team in IPL 2024
On this day in 1999, Sachin Tendulkar’s runout started a controversy at Kolkata’s Eden Garden, 65,000 spectators had to be thrown out of the field.
Stones were also thrown on the field and newspapers were burnt by Indian fans. Sachin Tendulkar (Pic Source-X) On this day i.e. February 19, 1999, an important test match was played between India and Pakistan at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. During this test match, Sachin Tendulkar was run out, after which a riot broke out in Eden Garden and a lot of controversy was also seen due to it. There was no incident during the first three days of play of this Test match because the performance of the Indian team was very good in these three days and it seemed that it would easily win this Test. At one time, Pakistan team had lost six wickets for 26 runs, after which Moin Khan played a valuable inning of 70 runs for his team, due to which Pakistan scored 185 runs in its first innings. In reply, India scored 223 runs in its first innings and took a lead of 38 runs over Pakistan. Opener S. Ramesh played a brilliant inning of 79 runs in the first innings. However, the Indian spectators were quite disappointed that Sachin Tendulkar was out without opening the account on the first ball of this match. He was bowled by Shoaib Akhtar. In Pakistan’s second innings, Saeed Anwar batted very well and played an incredible inning of 188* runs, due to which Pakistan made a total of 316 runs. Mohammad Yusuf also contributed 56 runs. However, the Indian spectators who came to watch the match in the stadium got very angry when the Indian team came out to chase this target. The openers had a very good start but after that the Indian team lost two wickets in two consecutive balls. Apart from these two wickets, Sachin Tendulkar also got run out in the second innings, after which the fans of Kolkata became furious. Sachin Tendulkar run out in the second innings Sachin Tendulkar was batting on seven runs when he ran to take two runs off Wasim Akram’s ball. He completed two runs comfortably after which Sachin Tendulkar wanted to take the third run. However, while trying to take the third run, Sachin Tendulkar fought with Shoaib Akhtar and fell on the field. In this time, Nadeem Khan made a direct throw on the wicket and Sachin Tendulkar was run out. Field umpire Steve Bucknor sent this decision to third umpire KT Francis who gave him runout after a long time. The Kolkata audience lost their cool after this and started criticizing it. Not only this, the match remained stopped for 3 hours. Tee time on the fourth day of play also ended early and the police started trying to calm the situation. Let us tell you, stones were also thrown on the field by Indian fans and newspapers were also burnt. Not only this, he also started abusing and abusing, after which the police had to evict all the spectators from the field and then the match started. 3 biggest wins recorded by India in terms of runs in Test cricket These 5…