Champions Trophy 2025: PCB Chief Sells His ₹3.5 Crore Ind vs Pak VIP Ticket; Here's Why

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has decided to sell the VIP box tickets of the India versus Pakistan match played in Dubai on February 23.

He will be now watching the match from the general stands. The price of a VIP box is said to be $400,000 (INR 3.47 crore) and he will use the same amount generated from the tickets to upgrade the stadiums in Karachi, Lahore, etc.

As per a report by Samaa TV, Naqvi was offered the said tickets for him along with his family members and guests. However, he has informed the ICC and Emirates Cricket Board that he will enjoy the epic clash from the general stands.

First Major ICC Event Since 1996

The ICC Champions Trophy begins on Wednesday with Pakistan taking on New Zealand in the first match in Karachi. This is the first major ICC event to be held in the country after the 1996 World Cup.

However, India will not be playing the match in Pakistan due to strained relations instead Indian matches will be played in Dubai.

The India vs Pakistan match will be played in Dubai on Sunday, February 23.

Talking about the upgraded facilities in Pakistan, Naqvi told Indian Express: "Our stadiums last underwent significant renovations for the 1996 World Cup. Since then, the global cricketing landscape has evolved tremendously. We recognised that this event was an opportunity to showcase Pakistan's ability to host top-tier international cricket, ensuring that our facilities meet the highest global standards for players, officials, and fans alike. The dedication and expertise of our workforce have been instrumental in transforming Gaddafi Stadium and National Stadium Karachi into world-class venues," he said.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule:

• Match 1: 19 February, Pakistan vs New Zealand, Karachi, Pakistan
• Match 2: 20 February, Bangladesh vs India, Dubai
• Match 3: 21 February, Afghanistan vs South Africa, Karachi, Pakistan
• Match 4: 22 February, Australia vs England, Lahore, Pakistan
• Match 5: 23 February, Pakistan vs India, Dubai
• Match 6: 24 February, Bangladesh vs New Zealand, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• Match 7: 25 February, Australia vs South Africa, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• Match 8: 26 February, Afghanistan vs England, Lahore, Pakistan
• Match 9: 27 February, Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• Match 10: 28 February, Afghanistan vs Australia, Lahore, Pakistan
• Match 10: 1 March, South Africa vs England, Karachi, Pakistan
• Match 11: 2 March, New Zealand vs India, Dubai
• Semi-final 1: 4 March, Dubai
• Semi-final 2: 5 March, Lahore, Pakistan
• Final: 9 March, Lahore (If India qualifies, it will be played in Dubai)