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Champions Trophy "Stadiums Aren't Ready": PCB's Incompetency Blasted After Rachin Ravindra Injury

Pakistan Cricket Board, who are the hosts of the Champions Trophy 2025, was at the receiving end of some unfiltered bashing after New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra was injured while fielding in a Tri-series match against Pakistan at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium. The venue is among three which will host Champions Trophy matches just over a week from now. Ravindra was git on the face while going for a catch, but was instead hit on his face leaving him blooded. He had to be taken off the field immediately dur to the severity of the injury. Some big names in Pakistan's cricket opined that the newly installed LED lights may have caused visibility issues for the cricketer.

New Zealand Star Rachin Ravindra, Injured In Lahore Stadium, Blamed For Own Injury

The injury to New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra during an ODI match against Pakistan at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium became a huge talking point ahead of the start of the Champions Trophy. In a rather bizarre and worrying incident, Rachin failed to spot the ball in the glare of the floodlights at the venue and ended up incurring a serious injury that left him bloodied on the field. While some big names in Pakistan's cricketing fraternity admitted that the LED lights at the venue seem to be causing some issue, others have refused to make corrections. Instead, they've blamed Rachin for the injury.

New Zealand Give Big Update On Rachin Ravindra's Gruesome Injury

New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra sustained an unfortunate injury in the tri-nation series match against Pakistan on Saturday. Ravindra lost sight of the ball in the floodlights, resulting in the ball slipping through his hands before hitting his head. The Kiwi batter didn't just spill the catch but also had to be taken off the ground as his head had started to bleed. Since the incident took place, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been facing extreme criticism, with the facilities at the venue being deemed not good enough for international cricket.

Video: New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra Suffers Serious Injury, Walks Off The Ground With Bleeding Head

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra suffered serious injury while fielding during the side's ODI Tri-Nation Series match vs Pakistan at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Saturday. Khushdil Shah played a slog-sweep on the third ball of the 38th over of the New Zealand innings which was bowled by spinner Michael Bracewell. Rachin, who was stationed at deep square leg, went for the catch but completely missed the sight of the ball. Before he could spot it, the ball hit Rachin right on his face and the player fell on the ground. Such serious was the blow that he even started bleeding before he was rushed off the ground, with presumably an ice pack placed on his forehead to stop the bleeding.

PCB Lambasted As Floodlights In Pakistan Blamed For Rachin Ravindra's Head Injury

New Zealand batter Ravindra was forced out from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball attempting a catch in the 38th over of their match against Pakistan in the ODI tri-series. The poor quality of floodlights at the Gaddafi Stadium is being blamed for the scary injury that could impact Ravindra's participation in the event. "Ravindra sustained a laceration to the forehead which has been addressed and treated at the ground, but is otherwise well. He came through his first HIA well and will continue to be monitored under HIA processes," the New Zealand Cricket informed in a statement on Saturday.

Tri-Nation Series: Glenn Phillips And Mitchell Santner Lead New Zealand To 78-Run Win Over Pakistan

Glenn Phillips cracked a maiden century and Mitchell Santner grabbed three wickets to help New Zealand overpower Pakistan by 78 runs in the opening match of a tri-nations series in Lahore on Saturday. Phillips hit 106 not out from 74 balls, with seven sixes and six boundaries to help the tourists post an impressive 330-6 in 50 overs before Santner's 3-41 helped dismiss Pakistan for 252 in 47.5 overs. South Africa are the third team in the series, a warm-up event for the Champions Trophy from February 19 to March 9 in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.

Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming Tri Series Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming Tri Series: With the Champions Trophy looming large, Pakistan host New Zealand and South Africa in a four-match tri-nation series, starting February 8. The hosts play the Kiwis in the opening match of the series at the newly-renovated Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Pakistan have suffered a poor record in all formats of cricket in recent years, but their performance has piqued somewhat recently. They hope to carry forward a winning momentum since Rizwan took the reins in November and they won their first series in Australia in more than two decades by a 2-1 margin. They have also beat Zimbabwe and inflicted the first ever home whitewash on South Africa in December.

Big Blow For New Zealand: Star Pacer Doubtful For Champions Trophy After Undergoing Scan

New Zealand's preparations for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 have hit a potential roadblock, with fast bowler Lockie Ferguson's availability in doubt due to a hamstring injury sustained during an ongoing the UAE. The experienced speedster left the field before completing his spell, raising concerns about his fitness ahead of the crucial international assignment. Following the injury, Ferguson underwent a scan on Thursday to assess the severity of the problem. New Zealand head coach Gary Stead confirmed that the team was awaiting the radiologist's report before making a decision on Ferguson's participation in the tri-series in Pakistan and the Champions Trophy.

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Champions Trophy "Stadiums Aren't Ready": PCB's Incompetency Blasted After Rachin Ravindra Injury

New Zealand Star Rachin Ravindra, Injured In Lahore Stadium, Blamed For Own Injury

New Zealand Give Big Update On Rachin Ravindra's Gruesome Injury

Video: New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra Suffers Serious Injury, Walks Off The Ground With Bleeding Head

PCB Lambasted As Floodlights In Pakistan Blamed For Rachin Ravindra's Head Injury

Tri-Nation Series: Glenn Phillips And Mitchell Santner Lead New Zealand To 78-Run Win Over Pakistan

Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming Tri Series Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Big Blow For New Zealand: Star Pacer Doubtful For Champions Trophy After Undergoing Scan