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Champions Trophy 2025 is all set to begin from February 19 with co-hosts Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi.
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With this, the 29-year-long wait of hosting an ICC event also ends for Pakistan.
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Security has been one of the biggest concerns in Pakistan, especially after what happened with the Sri Lanka team in 2009.
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According to reports in local media, a whopping 12,000 police officers and personnel will be deployed during matches in Lahore and Rawalpindi.
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The roster will include 18 senior officers, 54 DSPs, 135 inspectors, 1,200 upper subordinates, 10,556 constables, and over 200 female police officers.
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Other than this, the PCB has also arranged the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), to have special charter flights for fans and the participating teams.
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These flights will reportedly operate between Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore to ensure smooth transportation for players and other high-profile guests.
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