India, Feb. 25 -- The Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday said it has seriously noted the security breach during the Champions Trophy Group A stage match between Bangladesh and New Zealand when a spectator entered the ground and tried to hug Kiwi batsman Rachin Ravindra and said ensuring the safety of players and other staff members remain a top priority for it.

Pakistan was hosting a major ICC event for the first time in 29 years.

International teams refused to travel to the South Asian nation for years after gunmen attacked a bus carrying touring Sri Lankan cricketers in 2009.

In a statement issued on the spectator heading to the ground during the 50-over Champions Trophy match, PCB said: "The PCB has taken serious note of the security...