The excitement surrounding the Champions Trophy has been palpable, but it’s overshadowed by concerns over Pakistan's readiness to host the marquee tournament.

Pakistan Cricket Board will likely include opener Saim Ayub in the initial squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy despite his injury concerns

The tri-series, which will serve as a precursor to the ICC Champions Trophy, is scheduled to begin on February 19 in Karachi.

Despite the mounting concerns, the PCB remains optimistic that the stadiums will be ready in time for the Champions Trophy.

Fakhar Zaman is confident of returning to international cricket after eight months when Pakistan hosts the Champions Trophy next month.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is being played in a hybrid format, with India playing all its matches (knockout rounds included if it qualifies) in Dubai

Fakhar Zaman is "100% certain" he will play for Pakistan again and is gearing up for the 2025 Champions Trophy, which begins on February 19 and will be hosted in Pakistan and Dubai. "A 100%, I will play for Pakistan (again),

The Pakistan Cricket Board is leaving no stone unturned as it seeks to get its venues ready for the Champions Trophy tournament – the first ICC tournament on its territory this century. Having a world event in Pakistan would be the final seal of approval,