ICC Champions Trophy 2025: PCB breaks silence on security breach during NZ vs BAN clash

PCB has released a statement regarding the security breach during the NZ vs BAN clash at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

On Tuesday, February 25, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) released a statement regarding the security breach that occurred during the sixth match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 between Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Their statement came after a spectator entered the field of play and attempted to hug centurion Rachin Ravindra. Ravindra starred for New Zealand in the game, scoring a century to guide the Kiwis to a win and the semi-finals.

PCB breaks silence on security breach during BAN vs NZ clash

The PCB stated that they have taken serious note of the security breach, emphasizing that the safety of players and officials remains their top priority. The board also confirmed that they are working with security agencies to enhance security around the field of play.

The PCB statement read, “The PCB has taken serious note of the security breach that occurred yesterday when a spectator entered the field of play. Ensuring the safety of players and officials remains our top priority.“

“As a responsible organisation, we have engaged with local security agencies, who have committed to increasing security personnel around the field of play at all venues and strengthening access control measures.“

The board also confirmed that the individual who breached security and entered the field has been arrested and permanently banned from all cricket venues in Pakistan.

“The individual involved was arrested and presented before a court of law today (Tuesday). In addition, he has been permanently banned from entering all cricket venues in Pakistan.“

“To prevent such incidents in the future, the PCB is working closely with security agencies and venue authorities to review and reinforce security protocols.“

Hosting an ICC tournament after 29 years, Pakistan have had a tough Champions Trophy so far. The host nation became the first team to be knocked out of the tournament alongside Bangladesh on February 24.

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