DTVHINDIPCB is spending money like water for renovation of stadiums before Champions Trophy, know how many crores of funds were released
After almost 3 decades, Pakistan is going to host the Champions Trophy. PCB (Image Credit- Twitter) The hosting rights of the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 are with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) this time. It is worth noting that the much-awaited 9th season of the tournament will be played in Pakistan. However, now before the start of this multi-nation tournament, the PCB is spending money like water for the renovation of the stadiums. Let us tell you that in the recent meeting of PCB Board and Governors in Faisalabad, Pakistan, Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has released a fund of 12.8 billion (in Pakistani rupees). This fund will be used to renovate the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Karachi’s National Stadium and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. This much fund was released for the renovation of all three stadiums According to reports in Sports Star, the maximum funds have been released for the renovation of the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, where if speculations are to be believed, the Champions Trophy match between India and Pakistan could be witnessed. A fund of ₹189 million has been set aside for the MOT of the stadium, ₹330 million for the replacement of two LED screens, ₹1100 million for new steel construction of the pavilion and ₹1250 million for the remaining renovations. On the other hand, a total fund of 3.5 billion rupees has been set aside for the renovation of Karachi’s National Stadium. This amount includes 330 million rupees for the replacement of two LED screens in the stadium, 340 million rupees for replacing 450 LED lights, 580 million rupees for the renovation of the main building and hospitality box and 1500 million rupees for the reconstruction of the pavilion building. Apart from this, a fund of Rs 1.5 billion has been released for the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Out of this money, Rs 393 million has been released for the replacement of floodlights and LEDs in the stadium, Rs 400 million for the construction of the main building, Rs 400 million for the construction of hospitality boxes and restrooms, Rs 330 million for LED screen replacement and Rs 272 million for the change of seating arrangement in the stadium.
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
