The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the schedule for the 2024-25 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, Pakistan’s premier domestic first-class competition. The tournament will commence on October 26 and culminate in the final on December 19.
In a significant expansion, the tournament will feature 18 teams representing 16 regions, including two teams each from Lahore and Karachi. This marks a departure from previous years, which saw a limited number of teams participating.
“The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy is the pinnacle of domestic cricket in Pakistan,” said Abdullah Niazi, Director of Domestic Operations. “It showcases the immense talent across the country and prepares players for international challenges.”
The PCB’s commitment to strengthening its domestic structure was evident in the successful Champions One-Day Cup earlier this year. The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy remains a cornerstone of this commitment.
The tournament’s start date of October 26 is later than usual, as the PCB prioritized the Champions One-Day Cup in September. This means the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy will overlap with Pakistan’s busy Test season, which includes seven home games.
Pakistan vice-captain Saud Shakeel suggested that the first-class competition could be used to prepare for the upcoming tour of South Africa by replicating the conditions there.
