Naqvi inspects progress of Gaddafi Stadium renovations

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board's ambitious renovation of Lahore's iconic Gaddafi Stadium is set to conclude on January 25, with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announcing a grand inauguration ceremony for January 27. The completion comes just weeks before Pakistan co-hosts the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with Dubai.

"This project exemplifies our commitment to delivering a world-class stadium for Pakistan cricket," said Naqvi during his recent inspection of the venue along with media personnel. "Despite the weather challenges, we remain on track to complete the Gaddafi Stadium renovation before the Champions Trophy," added Naqvi.

The PCB Chairman PCB conducted a detailed visit to the stadium Monday to review the progress of the renovation project. During the visit, Mr Naqvi inspected the construction work across all areas of the facility, including the main building’s floors, and walked up to the top tiers of the general enclosures to personally assess the improved view of the ground.

Expressing his satisfaction with the progress, Chairman PCB commended the efforts of the workers and acknowledged their dedication in maintaining the project’s momentum despite challenging winter conditions and dense fog. He lauded the remarkable transformation and noted the improved fan experience from the general enclosures. The Chairman met with workers on-site to appreciate their hard work and urged the team to ensure the project is completed within the stipulated timeline.