The International Cricket Council (ICC) is dispatching a delegation to Pakistan this month to assess preparations for the upcoming Champions Trophy. The delegation will engage with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to finalize the tournament’s schedule and address logistical matters.
The PCB has submitted a tentative schedule to the ICC, proposing Lahore as the base for the Indian team. However, the schedule remains subject to approval from participating boards and the Indian government’s decision on whether to allow its team to play in Pakistan.
The ICC delegation will conduct site inspections at Champions Trophy venues in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. They will evaluate infrastructure development, security arrangements, broadcasting facilities, team accommodations, and travel plans.
With Jay Shah, the BCCI secretary, set to assume the role of ICC chairman on December 1, the announcement of the Champions Trophy schedule may be delayed, similar to last year’s World Cup in India.
The delegation’s visit underscores the ICC’s commitment to ensuring a successful Champions Trophy in Pakistan. The tournament is scheduled to take place in September 2023 and will feature the top eight ODI teams in the world.
