Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt defended the lighting at Lahore’s Gaddafi stadium following a serious injury to New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra during a tri-series match against Pakistan. While attempting to catch a ball under the stadium lights, Ravindra suffered a facial injury that left him heavily bleeding and required immediate medical attention. Butt refuted claims that the lighting was to blame for the incident, arguing that New Zealand players successfully hit sixes under the same conditions without issue. He suggested that Ravindra’s misjudgment or a slip may have contributed to the injury. The New Zealand Cricket board reported that Ravindra sustained a laceration to the forehead but passed an initial Head Injury Assessment and will be monitored closely. As the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 approaches, Ravindra’s injury poses a significant concern for New Zealand’s lineup.