Gaddafi Stadium gets LED lights upgrade ahead of Champions Trophy

Cricket fans will witness upgraded lighting technology for the first time during the upcoming mega event.

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Preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan are in full swing, with modern upgrades at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, including the installation of LED lights designed to enhance the spectator experience.

According to media reports, fans attending key matches at the tournament will be treated to dazzling light shows, adding a vibrant atmosphere to the cricketing action, Express News reported.

Testing of these LED lights and light show features has already begun at the stadium.

The upgrades include new LED lights on all six floodlight towers at Gaddafi Stadium.

These lights not only promise enhanced visibility for players but also aim to deliver an engaging experience for the fans.

In addition to Lahore, Karachi’s National Stadium will host the opening match of the tournament on February 19, featuring Pakistan and New Zealand.

The final, scheduled to be played in Lahore, will proceed at Gaddafi Stadium unless India qualifies, in which case it will be held at a neutral venue.

The ICC Champions Trophy, returning to Pakistan after years, has already generated excitement among cricket enthusiasts, with organisers promising a world-class experience for fans and players alike.

Moreover, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has assured that venues for this year’s Champions Trophy are fully prepared, as it invited the media for a tour of stadiums in Lahore and Karachi.

The eight-team, 50-over event will be the first global cricket tournament to be held in Pakistan in 28 years. However, due to ongoing tensions between the two nations, India will play all of its matches in Dubai.

Stadiums in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi are being upgraded for the tournament, and successful hosting of the event could lead to more international competitions being held in Pakistan.

“We are on track to complete the renovations and upgrades at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore,” said PCB spokesperson Sami Ul Hasan. "The venue is expected to be handed over to us by the end of the month. We are confident that Gaddafi Stadium will be fully operational and ready to host the Champions Trophy match between Australia and England on February 22."

As part of the preparations, the capacity of Gaddafi Stadium has been increased to 35,000, with new hospitality areas constructed to accommodate more spectators.

With a capacity of 35,000, the stadium has become Pakistan's largest cricket venue.