Lahore: Pakistan opened a renovated stadium for the Champions Trophy in Lahore on Friday, one of three to be used in its first major international cricket event in almost 30 years.

An ICC insider has revealed that CEO Geoff Allardice’s resignation was driven by his failure to provide a clear update on Pakistan’s preparedness to host the 2025 Champions Trophy, along with the disappointing execution of the T20 World Cup 2024.

LAHORE, Jan 31 (APP):Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi said on Friday that it was a matter of prestige to conduct the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in the country, and the Board would win more approbation through successful holding of the tournament.

Pakistan revealed a renovated stadium in Lahore for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, marking its first major international cricket event in nearly three decades. The tournament will be held across three cities: Lahore,

Pakistan will showcase its newly upgraded stadium at Lahore when it takes on New Zealand in the opening game Saturday of a tri-series cricket tournament, which also involves an understrength South Africa.

The unveiling comes days after news reports emerged expressing concern over stadium renovations set to miss several deadlines.