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Express Tribune
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
PSL sets new record in 10th season
The glittering Luminara Trophy of HBL PSL X had a spectacular unveiling in Karachi's coastal waters. PHOTO: PCB The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has set new live viewership records during its 10th edition, registering a 826.5% increase in Pakistan compared to the same period last year. The rise came despite the league running alongside the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the first time, a period when most cricket boards avoid scheduling tournaments. This year, the HBL PSL was shifted from its usual February-March window due to Pakistan's hosting of the ICC Champions Trophy, leading organisers to stage the event in April against the IPL. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) brought in top international and local cricketers to enhance the tournament's appeal and attract audiences. The opening match of the season included a ceremony that began with children dressed in white and green suits, singing Pakistan's national anthem as franchise owners gathered on stage alongside the HBL PSL trophy. The event then moved into a soulful display of Sufism, with renowned artist Abida Parveen delivering a captivating performance, accompanied by dancers performing traditional moves. The tournament's opening match was held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where Islamabad United defeated Lahore Qalandars by eight wickets. Here is the complete PSL 2025 match schedule (all timings as per PST): League Stage Match 1 – 11 April, 20:30 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Islamabad United (H) vs Lahore Qalandars Match 2 – 12 April, 15:30 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators Match 3 – 12 April, 20:00 🏟️ Karachi: Karachi Kings (H) vs Multan Sultans Match 4 – 13 April, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Quetta Gladiators vs Lahore Qalandars Match 5 – 14 April, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Islamabad United (H) vs Peshawar Zalmi Match 6 – 15 April, 20:00 🏟️ Karachi: Karachi Kings (H) vs Lahore Qalandars Match 7 – 16 April, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Islamabad United (H) vs Multan Sultans Match 8 – 18 April, 20:00 🏟️ Karachi: Karachi Kings (H) vs Quetta Gladiators Match 9 – 19 April, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans Match 10 – 20 April, 20:00 🏟️ Karachi: Karachi Kings (H) vs Islamabad United Match 11 – 21 April, 20:00 🏟️ Karachi: Karachi Kings (H) vs Peshawar Zalmi Match 12 – 22 April, 20:00 🏟️ Multan: Multan Sultans (H) vs Lahore Qalandars Match 13 – 23 April, 20:00 🏟️ Multan: Multan Sultans (H) vs Islamabad United Match 14 – 24 April, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Lahore Qalandars (H) vs Peshawar Zalmi Match 15 – 25 April, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings Match 16 – 26 April, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Lahore Qalandars (H) vs Multan Sultans Match 17 – 27 April, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Quetta Gladiators vs Peshawar Zalmi Match 18 – 29 April, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Quetta Gladiators vs Multan Sultans Match 19 – 30 April, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Lahore Qalandars (H) vs Islamabad United Match 20 – 1 May, 15:30 🏟️ Multan: Multan Sultans (H) vs Karachi Kings Match 21 – 1 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Lahore Qalandars (H) vs Quetta Gladiators Match 22 – 2 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Match 23 – 3 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United Match 24 – 4 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Lahore Qalandars (H) vs Karachi Kings Match 25 – 5 May, 20:00 🏟️ Multan: Multan Sultans (H) vs Peshawar Zalmi Match 26 – 7 May, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Islamabad United (H) vs Quetta Gladiators Match 27 – 8 May, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings Match 28 – 9 May, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars Match 29 – 10 May, 15:30 🏟️ Multan: Multan Sultans (H) vs Quetta Gladiators Match 30 – 10 May, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: Islamabad United (H) vs Karachi Kings Playoffs Qualifier – 13 May, 20:00 🏟️ Rawalpindi: 1st Placed Team vs 2nd Placed Team Eliminator 1 – 14 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: 3rd Placed Team vs 4th Placed Team Eliminator 2 – 16 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Loser of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator 1 Final – 18 May, 20:00 🏟️ Lahore: Winner of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator 2
Express Tribune
16-03-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Trophy on tour: cricket frenzy grips the city
The glittering Luminara Trophy of HBL PSL X had a spectacular unveiling in Karachi's coastal waters. PHOTO: PCB The Habib Bank Limited (HBL) Pakistan Super League (PSL) session 10 trophy, which is currently on a nationwide tour, was displayed at several locations in Karachi on Saturday. At Frere Hall, a large crowd of cricket lovers gathered to have a glimpse of the trophy. They snapped selfies with the iconic trophy, while foreign visitors joined the excitement, capturing memorable moments with the prized artifact. Many of these international visitors expressed their admiration for the league, highlighting how the HBL PSL has helped bring Pakistan's cricketing talent into the global spotlight. Interestingly, some of the foreign visitors revealed their allegiance to popular PSL franchises, including Karachi Kings and Islamabad United. The nationwide tour of the HBL PSL 10 trophy will continue until March 29, traveling to 11 cities nationwide. After its successful display in Karachi, the trophy will make stops in Lahore (March 16-17), Multan (March 18).
