PCB Slams "Propaganda" on Champions Trophy Financial Loss

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has dismissed Propaganda on Champions Trophy financial loss by the Indian media. The reports claimed that Pakistan Cricket suffered a loss of $85 million by hosting the Champions Trophy 2025. To address these claims, PCB Chairman’s advisor Amir Mir and PCB Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Javed Murtaza held a press conference in Lahore on Thursday.

Amir Mir strongly criticised the false reports, stating, “We need to expose the propaganda of the Indian media and the anti-Pakistan elements who have been running a shop of lies. Unfortunately, even some Pakistani media outlets are broadcasting it.”

He clarified that Pakistan Cricket is expecting a profit of Rs3 billion from the tournament, higher than the initially projected Rs2 billion. “The estimated profit from the Champions Trophy 2025 stands at Rs3 billion,” he said.

Mir also emphasized that PCB did not spend any of its own money on the event, as the International Cricket Council (ICC) covered all expenses.

Highlighting the financial stability of Pakistan Cricket, he mentioned that PCB has already paid Rs4 billion in taxes to the government. “The PCB has paid Rs4 billion in taxes to the government while its financial reserves continue to increase. The Champions Trophy was successfully organised, with all major teams playing in Pakistan,” he added.

The PCB reiterated that the tournament was a success and that the claims of financial loss were baseless. The board assured that their financial reserves remain strong, and the Champions Trophy 2025 contributed positively to Pakistan Cricket’s financial growth.