The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced free entry for students for the second Test match between Bangladesh and hosts Pakistan, scheduled to take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from August 30 to September 3.

“The students are required to be in their uniform and bring their educational institution cards to enter the stadium,” the PCB said in a statement.

The decision was made to encourage students to come and see the game of cricket between the two sides. Bangladesh are leading the two-match Test series 1-0, after defeating the hosts by 10 wickets in the first Test match which concluded on Sunday.

The series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25.

The free entry policy for students does not apply to the seating capacity in PCB Gallery or Platinum Box.

Meanwhile, the fans can purchase tickets for the second Test online at PCB.tcs.com.pk or from the physical ticket booth located at Aviation Ground, opposite Rescue 1122, Rawal Road and also at the designated TCS express centres.

The tickets for the premium enclosures will be available for Rs200 while VIP enclosures tickets will be priced at Rs500 on weekdays and Rs600 on weekends.

The Gallery pass, which includes lunch and tea, is priced at Rs2,800. The Platinum box, which also includes lunch and tea, is available for Rs12,500. Additionally, a full hospitality box can be reserved for Rs200,000.

a free shuttle bus service will continue to run on two routes on match days for ease of access into the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium by spectators. Route 1 will run from Aviation Ground, Rawal Road, Murree Road to Allama Iqbal Park Entrance Gate while the Route 2 will go from Government Satellite Town College for Boys, 6th Road, Murree Road to Allama Iqbal Park Entrance Gate.