CDA to involve PCB in revamping five grounds for first-class cricket

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ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has decided to involve Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for revamping cricket grounds in federal capital.

For five cricket grounds, including Shalimar, Diamond, National, Banigala, F-9 and Bhutto Cricket Ground, CDA will acquire the services of PCB for the preparation of pitches, provision of other facilities, and care of grounds.

The PCB will use these grounds for first-class cricket matches and for its other professional tournaments. Other than PCB events, the CDA said grounds will be available for local players.

When contacted, Member Environment Abdullah Khurram Niazi said: “The grounds in question will remain part of CDA, PCB will repair, prepare pitches and will take care of these grounds and in return they will use them for PCB matches like first-class matches and grade II events. For the rest of the year, the grounds will be available for local players,” he said, adding that no individual will be allowed to charge a fee from CDA’s grounds and academies.