The Karachi Test will be played in an empty stadium, PCB apologizes to the spectators

(PCB) has said that the second Test match between the national team and Bangladesh from August 30 to September 3 in Karachi will be played without spectators.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the PCB said that in light of ongoing construction work at the National Bank Stadium Karachi in preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to hold the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh. The difficult decision was made to play without spectators. According to the PCB, “We understand the important role that our enthusiastic spectators play in cricket and who inspire and motivate our players. However, the health and safety of fans is our top priority.
The cricket board said that after carefully considering all available options, it has decided that the safest option is to hold the second Test in an empty stadium. As a result of this decision, the sale of tickets has been suspended immediately. Fans who have already purchased tickets will automatically receive a full refund of the amount deposited into the account details provided at the time of purchase. “While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, we would like to assure our valued fans that the ongoing upgrades and renovations at the stadium will make it more spectator-friendly and It is part of our commitment to prepare it for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which will be the first ICC event to be held in Pakistan since 1996.