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Xtra Time Web Desk: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has earmarked approximately 17 billion rupees for the enhancement of its stadiums in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi in preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy. This significant financial allocation was approved by the PCB's Board of Governors (BOG) during a meeting held on Saturday in Lahore.

In addition to the substantial investment in stadium upgrades, the PCB has allocated 240 million rupees for the development of women's cricket. This marks a significant increase from the 70 million rupees allocated in the previous budget, reflecting the PCB's commitment to promoting women's cricket.

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PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi informed the BOG members that the Champions Trophy would be held entirely in Pakistan. Further discussions regarding the tournament will take place at the ICC's annual board meeting in Colombo later this month.

The primary focus of the meeting was to approve the PCB budget for the 2024-25 season. Pakistan is scheduled to host Bangladesh, England, and the West Indies during this period, along with a tri-series before the Champions Trophy. The team will also tour Australia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.

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Naqvi highlighted that the upgradation work on the stadiums has already commenced. The PCB aims to improve facilities for spectators and transform the venues into A-class stadiums. The BOG approved nearly 13 billion rupees from development funds for the stadium enhancements and an additional 4.5 billion rupees for organizing the domestic season.

Furthermore, the BOG was informed about the decision to increase central contract fees and salaries for women's cricketers and domestic players. "The budget has been increased because the PCB wants to improve the competition level and the structures in both domestic and women’s cricket," Naqvi stated to the BOG.