Rawalpindi matches are likely to be shifted to Lahore and Karachi, the absence of spider cameras in Rawalpindi Stadium will affect the production quality, coverage without drones and spider cameras does not meet the standards of the World Cup or Champions Trophy.
ICC and other stakeholders do not want any compromise in production quality, India’s matches are being scheduled in Dubai after BCCI’s refusal, ICC’s position is that making arrangements at four venues simultaneously will cost more.
According to sources, the budget for installation of cameras, hoteling, traveling and branding will also increase, the Pakistan Cricket Board is keen to hold matches in Rawalpindi, Lahore and Karachi.
According to sources, the ICC is expected to announce the schedule of the Champions Trophy today. The ICC was supposed to formally announce the schedule on December 14. The ICC will announce the final venues and schedule after taking stakeholders into confidence.
According to sources, the PCB and BCCI have reached an agreement for ICC events until 2027. The PCB has not yet taken a clear stand on this issue.
