Bangladesh Cricket Team to Arrive in Lahore on August 13
In a significant move for cricket enthusiasts, the Bangladesh men’s cricket team is set to arrive in Lahore on August 13, 2024, ahead of their initial schedule. This early arrival is part of their preparations for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship fixtures against Pakistan. Originally slated to arrive on August 17, the team will now have additional days to acclimate and train at Lahore’s iconic Gaddafi Stadium from August 14 to 16 before moving to Islamabad on August 17 (Dunya News) (Geo Super).
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Arrival Date | August 13, 2024 |
| Initial Training Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Training Dates in Lahore | August 14-16, 2024 |
| Departure to Islamabad | August 17, 2024 |
| Practice Venue in Islamabad | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Practice Dates in Islamabad | August 18-20, 2024 |
| First Test Match | August 21-25, 2024 in Rawalpindi |
| Second Test Match | August 30 – September 3, 2024 in Karachi |
| PCB Statement | “We are delighted to welcome the Bangladesh cricket team with our traditional hospitality.” – Salman Naseer, COO PCB |
| BCB Statement | “This will help the players acclimate to the conditions and prepare better.” – Nizam Uddin Chowdhury, CEO BCB |
The decision to arrive early stems from the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) invitation, aiming to provide the Bangladesh team with ample practice time. PCB’s Chief Operating Officer, Salman Naseer, expressed confidence that the extended training sessions would enable players to perform at their best during the matches scheduled in Rawalpindi from August 21-25 and in Karachi from August 30-September 3.
This tour marks a significant return for Bangladesh to Pakistan since their last visit in 2020, during which they played three T20Is in Lahore and a Test match in Rawalpindi. The additional training time is expected to be beneficial for the team, especially considering the recent disruptions in their preparations due to political unrest in Bangladesh.
| Name | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Salman Naseer | Chief Operating Officer, PCB Email: salman.naseer@pcb.com Phone: +92-42-35772030 |
| Nizam Uddin Chowdhury | Chief Executive, BCB Email: nizam.chowdhury@bcb.com Phone: +880-2-9889417 |
| Training Venue – Lahore | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Address: Ferozepur Road, Lahore, Pakistan Phone: +92-42-35771999 |
| Practice Venue – Rawalpindi | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Address: Stadium Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan Phone: +92-51-9292104 |
Bangladesh Cricket Team’s Lahore Visit Quiz
1. When is the Bangladesh cricket team arriving in Lahore?
2. Where will the team train initially?
3. What are the dates for the team’s training in Lahore?
4. When will the team travel to Islamabad?
5. Who is the Chief Operating Officer of PCB?
Quiz Results
Quiz created with information from 95Lahore.com
