PCB Shifts Second Test Against Bangladesh to Rawalpindi Amid Construction Woes

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has moved the second Test against Bangladesh from Karachi to Rawalpindi due to ongoing renovations at the National Stadium. The decision, made with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), ensures minimal disturbance from construction noise and dust, prioritizing player health and readiness for the ICC Champions Trophy.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that the second Test against Bangladesh will be relocated from Karachi to Rawalpindi due to ongoing renovations at the National Stadium.

This decision, made in consultation with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), is driven by construction activities that could disrupt players and their health, according to PCB officials.

The PCB emphasized that the move is necessary to avoid disturbances caused by heavy equipment and construction noise, which could severely impact the players' focus and well-being, as well as the timely completion of the stadium for future events.

(With inputs from agencies.)