PCB Announces Revised Schedule for PAK vs SL and T20I Tri- Series After Blast

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced a major change in the venue for the upcoming T20 Tri-Nation Series featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. Following the recent suicide blast in Islamabad, all matches of the series will now be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium due to security concerns.

Why the PAK vs SL Match Venue Was Changed

After the Islamabad blast, the Sri Lankan team expressed serious security concerns. Reports suggested that the players even considered returning home. However, following swift action and enhanced security arrangements by the PCB and local authorities, the team decided to stay back in Pakistan.

In light of the incident, the PCB has revised the schedule for both the PAK vs SL ODI series and the T20 Tri-Series, shifting all matches to Rawalpindi to ensure maximum safety.

Importance of the Tournament

This T20I Tri-Series holds great significance as all three teams see it as key preparation for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka.

Originally, Afghanistan was part of this series but later withdrew. Zimbabwe was brought in as a replacement team to maintain the triangular format.

Impact on the PAK vs SL ODI Series

The security situation has also affected the ongoing PAK vs SL ODI series. The Sri Lankan players were reportedly uneasy after the blast, but the PCB assured them of tight security protocols.

There is a strong possibility that the ODI matches will also be played in Rawalpindi, allowing all fixtures to be hosted at a single, secure venue.

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PCB Releases the Revised Schedule After Bomb Threat

The PCB announced the new schedule on Thursday. All matches will begin at 6:00 PM local time, and fans can expect a thrilling series as the three teams battle it out in Rawalpindi.

? SRI LANKAN TEAM UNDER ATTACK ?

- Security has been beefed up for the Sri Lankan team after the attack in Pakistan. PCB's chairman Mohsin Naqvi met with officials of the Sri Lankan team and assured them of fool-proof security ?

- What's your take ? pic.twitter.com/jb4WivB2BX

— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) November 12, 2025

Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 – Revised Schedule (All Matches in Rawalpindi)

PCB’s Statement After Bomb Threat

According to the PCB, the safety of players and fans remains the board’s top priority. The board confirmed that all participating teams will receive the highest level of security, with necessary precautions in place to prevent any unfortunate incidents.

Conclusion

By shifting all matches to Rawalpindi after the Islamabad blast, the PCB has once again demonstrated its commitment to ensuring player safety above all else. Cricket fans are now eagerly waiting for the action-packed Pakistan vs Sri Lanka clashes and the Tri-Nation Series involving Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe to unfold later this month.

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