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RTÉ News
09-05-2025
- Politics
- RTÉ News
IPL suspends matches for a week after PSL moves games to United Arab Emirates
The Indian Premier League has confirmed that all its matches will be suspended with immediate affect for one week due to escalating tensions in the region. The IPL's announcement follows confirmation from the Pakistan Cricket Board that the Pakistan Super League season will be concluded in the United Arab Emirates. Tensions have escalated sharply following Indian missile strikes that killed at least 26 people in disputed Kashmir last weekend, which Pakistan has vowed to avenge. In a statement, the IPL confirmed that updates regarding a new schedule and venues will be announced in due course following consultations with stakeholders and franchisees. It added: "While the BCCI [Board of Control for Cricket in India] reposes full faith in the strength and preparedness of our armed forces, the Board considered it prudent to act in the collective interest of all stakeholders. At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation." Tom Moffat, the chief executive of the World Cricketers' Association, told the PA news agency: "It has been concerning to see the situation unfold in India and Pakistan and we hope that the situation de-escalates as soon as possible. "Cricket is secondary to the health and safety of the people in both countries, including the players competing in the IPL and PSL. "WCA and our member associations have been in regular contact with impacted players and assisting with advice to help with their individual decisions, supported by our expert security consultants." "We are pleased both events have acted on concerns raised." The PCB said it had made its decision to attempt to conclude its competition in the UAE as a consequence of India allegedly targeting the match between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United in Rawalpindi on Wednesday evening with a surveillance drone. It follows the postponement of a match on Thursday between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi. Confirming the switch to Dubai, PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi added: "The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart. "However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India."
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Pakistan Super League remaining matches shifted to UAE
New Delhi [India] May 9 (ANI): The Pakistan cricket board (PCB) on Friday announced that the remaining fixtures of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) have been shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as per a release from PCB. The last eight fixtures of the PSL, which were previously scheduled in Rawalpindi, Multan, and Lahore, will now be staged in the UAE. PCB Chair Mohsin Naqvi expressed regret that Pakistani fans won't be able to watch matches in their stadiums. 'I regret that our domestic audience and cricket lovers will not be able to watch these matches in Pakistan's stadiums,' Mohsin Naqvi said. 'The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart. However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India.' 'As a responsible organisation that has overcome adversities repeatedly and ensured that the game of cricket flourishes, it was important for us to ensure the mental well-being of all players participating in the HBL PSL.' 'Like in the past, we hope that our stakeholders will rally with us to further the best interests of the tournament, our players, and the fans. We are committed to ensuring that the league continues to thrive,' he added. The following fixtures will be rescheduled : * Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi * Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars * Islamabad United v Karachi Kings * Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators * Qualifier * Eliminator 1 * Eliminator 2 * Final The exact schedule of matches, outlining the dates and venues, will be shared soon. (ANI)
Express Tribune
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
HBL PSL 10: PCB confirms matches moved to UAE
The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday confirmed that the remaining eight fixtures of the HBL Pakistan Super League X will now take place in the UAE. The PCB issued a formal statement on Friday, confirming the relocation of the league's final phase, which was originally scheduled to be played across Rawalpindi, Multan and Lahore. The board said a new schedule with updated venues and dates would be shared soon. PCB Chair Mohsin Naqvi said the decision was made in response to what he called an 'extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act' targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. 'This was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X,' said Naqvi. 'To ensure the safety of our domestic and international players, who are our precious guests, we have decided to move the remaining matches to the UAE.' He added that the mental well-being of the players was a key consideration, and that the PCB remained committed to the continuity of the tournament. 'As a responsible organisation that has overcome adversities repeatedly, it was important for us to safeguard the interests of cricket and ensure that the league continues to thrive,' Naqvi said. The matches now to be held in the UAE include: Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars Islamabad United v Karachi Kings Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators Qualifier Eliminator 1 Eliminator 2 Final The PCB concluded by urging all stakeholders to stand by the board as it works to complete the tournament successfully.
Mint
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Will Operation Sindoor affect Pakistan Super League? PCB breaks silence, Bangladesh monitoring players' safety
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to continue with the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) amid the cross border tensions between India and Pakistan. After the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, that killed 26 innocent lives, the Indian Army retaliated with missile attacks on nine terrorists camps in Pakistan on the wee hours of Wednesday as a part of Operation Sindoor. With the PSL currently going on in Pakistan, the cross border tensions certainly been the talking point considering the safety of the local and overseas players competing in the tournament. According to a NDTV report, there has been no request from any of the overseas players to withdraw from PSL. 'At least three media managers of the six franchises in the league said it was a developing situation but so far no overseas player (s) from their teams had requested to leave the league. Each franchise in the league has 5-6 overseas players in their squads,' the report read. Meanwhile, the PCB has issued a statement on Wednesday stating the PSL with go on as scheduled. 'The Pakistan Cricket Board has confirmed that HBL Pakistan Super League X will continue as planned with Islamabad United set to take on Quetta Gladiators later today at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium,' the PCB statement read. "The toss will take place at 7.30pm, with the first ball to be bowled at 8pm. Tonight's match sees the return of HBL PSL to Rawalpindi for four matches on 7, 8, 9 and 10 May. Thereafter the final group stage match is scheduled in Multan on 11 May. 'The Qualifier is set to take place in Rawalpindi on 13 May, while both Eliminators (1 and 2) and Final of the marquee event are to take place on 14, 16 and 18 May, respectively at the Gaddafi Stadium,' it added. On the other hand, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is closely monitoring the situation in Pakistan and the safety of their players in PSL. Bangladesh has two players Rishad Hossain (Lahore Qalandars) and Nahid Rana (Peshawar Zalmi) participating in PSL 2025. "The BCB is in active coordination with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Bangladesh High Commission in Islamabad to ensure that all necessary measures are in place to guarantee the security of our players," the BCB said in a release.
Express Tribune
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Is HBL PSL 10 postponed? PCB confirms answer
Listen to article The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that the HBL Pakistan Super League X (PSL 10) will continue as scheduled, with Islamabad United set to take on Quetta Gladiators on May 7 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, despite escalating regional tensions. The toss is scheduled for 7:30 PM, with the match beginning at 8:00 PM sharp, kicking off a four-match Rawalpindi leg to be held on May 7, 8, 9, and 10. The final league stage game will be played in Multan on May 11. The announcement comes amid heightened hostilities between Pakistan and India following a series of cross-border military escalations. According to official sources, Pakistan's armed forces shot down five Indian Air Force jets, a combat drone, and destroyed a brigade headquarters in retaliation to Indian missile strikes targeting cities in Punjab and AJK. Despite the unfolding security crisis, PCB has reaffirmed that there will be no changes to the HBL PSL X schedule. The playoff stage will begin with the Qualifier in Rawalpindi on May 13, while both Eliminators (May 14 and 16) and the Final (May 18) will be hosted at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium.
