Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) gives permission to the Bangladesh cricket team to arrive early in Pakistan to prepare for the two Test match series which is scheduled to take place in Rawalpindi and Karachi from 21 August to 3 September amid political tensions in Bangladesh.
Originally scheduled to arrive on 17 August in Islamabad, the Bangladesh team will now land in Lahore on the morning of 13 August. The team will practice at the Gaddafi Stadium from 14-16 August before travelling to Islamabad on 17 August to hold practice sessions at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from 18-20 August.
Recognizing the importance of adequate preparation, the PCB extended an early invitation to the Bangladesh cricket team to ensure fair play in the upcoming Test Championship series.
PCB Chief Operating Officer Salman Naseer
“Sports is not only about winning and losing, it’s also about comradery. I remain confident that the extra training sessions in Lahore will allow the players to showcase their best skills and talent on the global stage.
“We are delighted that the BCB have accepted our offer and we look forward to welcoming the Bangladesh men’s cricket team in Lahore on 13 August with our traditional hospitality. This will allow them to have three additional days of training and practice at one of our iconic venues before proceeding to Islamabad as originally planned.”
BCB Chief Executive Nizam Uddin Chowdhury
“We thank the PCB for giving the Bangladesh cricket team the opportunity to have additional training in Pakistan. This will certainly help the players to acclimate to the conditions and prepare better for the ICC World Test Championship series.”
Bangladesh will return to Pakistan for the first time since 2020 to compete in two Test matches as part of the ICC World Test Championship. Their previous visits included three T20Is in Lahore and a Test in Rawalpindi, as well as two ACC Asia Cup 2023 matches in the same city. Notably, Bangladesh is among the seven teams confirmed for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
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