Pakistan’s second Test against Sri Lanka, scheduled to begin at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on November 17, could be moved to Rawalpindi due to worsening smog in the city. According to reports, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials are concerned about deteriorating air quality in Lahore and are considering shifting the match to Rawalpindi.
The proposal to shift the venue comes as air pollution in Lahore has increased over the past few days. If the proposal is approved, Rawalpindi will host both Tests of the series. The opening Test is currently underway at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where smog levels are significantly lower than in Lahore.
Consultations regarding the potential move are still at an early stage, and a final decision has yet to be made.
Sri Lanka has been in Pakistan for the past month, having already participated in a three-match T20I series and an ODI tri-series. Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka 2-1 in the T20I series and subsequently beat them again in the ODI tri-series final in Lahore. England also participated in the tri-series but failed to reach the final. The first three matches of the ODI tri-series were played in Rawalpindi, while Lahore hosted the remaining four matches, including the final.
