Pakistan Earns Rs 3 Billion Profit from ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Pakistan secured a Rs 3 billion profit from hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as revealed by Amir Mir, Advisor to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman, in a press conference. He was accompanied by PCB Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Javed Murtaza. Reports of financial losses were dismissed as propaganda, particularly from Indian media.
No PCB Funds Used – ICC Covered All Expenses
- The International Cricket Council (ICC) allocated $70 million for the event.
- $10 million was specifically designated for Pakistan.
- No PCB funds were spent on the tournament.
Strong Financial Growth & Record Profits
- PCB recorded an all-time high Rs 10 billion profit in the 2023-24 financial year.
- Rs 4 billion was contributed to the national treasury in taxes.
- PCB is now among the top three richest cricket boards in the world.
- Income surged by 40%, strengthening PCB’s financial position.
Revenue from Ticket Sales & Ground Fees
- Rs 3 billion was generated from ticket sales and ground fees.
- Revenue exceeded the initial Rs 2 billion estimate.
Major Stadium Upgrades Completed
- Three stadiums underwent their first major renovation since 1966.
- The total upgrade budget was Rs 18 billion.
- Rs 10.5 billion was spent in Phase 1, with the remainder reserved for Phase 2.
- These upgrades will benefit Pakistan cricket for the next 30 years.
India’s Absence & Future Relations
- Despite India’s security concerns, the tournament concluded smoothly.
- Foreign teams participated without incident.
- India’s refusal to play in Pakistan was described as damaging for them.
- Pakistan will not travel to India for the next three years.
PCB’s Commitment to Transparency
- The financial report will soon be available on the official PCB website.
- PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s leadership played a key role in stabilizing finances.
With these achievements, Pakistan has reaffirmed its ability to host global cricket events successfully.
