In what has been the latest development, it is learned that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 is all set to clash with the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has looked at the April-May window to stage the tournament.
Pakistan Cricket Board has looked for a window between April 7 to May 20 to stage the PSL. This means that the tournament will be clashing with the Indian Premier League, which usually takes place in the same window.
The development is happening because the 2025 Champions Trophy will be taking place in Pakistan in February-March, a window where PSL takes place. The decision was taken after the PCB had a meeting with the six PSL franchise owners.
This will be a great headache for the PSL teams because overseas players who play in both the leagues will be in a tough situation. Over the years, we have seen players preferring IPL over PSL and if this is the case, it will be a massive problem.
Releasing the official statement, PCB stated: “Due to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 being held in the traditional event window, the event window for the 2025 event will be April 7–May 20. Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi to host matches in Pakistan with each side playing, at least, five matches on home ground.”
“The PCB will continue to explore additional venues. Four playoffs proposed to be staged at a neutral venue.”
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PCB while releasing the further statement, they stated:
“As always, we had a very exciting and interesting brainstorming session with the franchise owners on the window for Pakistan Super League 2025. The passionate franchise owners provided their all-rounded insight and views on the PCB-recommended window and playoff venues for the 2025 event and beyond.”
“At the back of this meeting, and in relation to the most suitable window for PSL 2025 and beyond, the PCB will share further data with the franchise owners so that they can discuss amongst themselves, make a more informed decision and share their ideas and thoughts at the General Council meeting.”