Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that the second Test match against Sri Lanka will be relocated from Lahore to Rawalpindi due to hazardous smog levels in the Punjab capital. The decision was confirmed on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, following concerns over air quality and player safety.
The match, originally scheduled to be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, will now take place at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Environmental conditions in Lahore have deteriorated significantly in recent weeks, with air quality indices reaching dangerous levels that pose health risks for athletes and spectators alike.
This marks a rare instance where a Test match venue has been changed due to environmental factors rather than security or logistical concerns. Both teams have been informed of the change, and the revised schedule will maintain the original match dates.
