LAHORE: After the formal announcement of ceasefire between Pakistan and India on Saturday, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises have been asked to keep foreign players in Dubai, signalling the resumption of the league, sources told Geo News.
The sources revealed that the PSL administration contacted the franchises following the announcement of the Pakistan-India truce. The franchises have also asked the local players to prepare for the upcoming matches.
It was learnt that the PSL administration started working on a plan to gather all teams in Islamabad, and the remaining matches are likely to be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
A day ago, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the indefinite postponement of the remaining eight matches of the PSL Season 10 in light of the deteriorating regional security situation.
The decision followed a significant spike in hostilities along the Line of Control (LoC), including the incursion of 78 Indian drones and the firing of surface-to-surface missiles, which the PCB termed as “reckless aggression” from India.
The PCB expressed full solidarity with the families of martyrs and security personnel, and thanked all stakeholders — franchises, players, sponsors, broadcasters, and fans — for their continued support during the tournament.
The board also acknowledged the emotional toll on players, particularly foreign cricketers, and respected the concerns of their families seeking their safe return home.
The latest escalation in the decades-old Pakistan-India rivalry began on May 7 when at least 31 civilians were killed in an unprovoked Indian cross-border attack. In retaliation, Pakistan downed its five fighter jets, including three Rafale, and dozens of drones.
The postponement came when the PSL 10 was in its final stage, with only eight matches remaining.
After 27 matches, Quetta Gladiators, already qualified for the playoffs, lead the points table with six wins, two losses and one no result from nine matches.
Karachi Kings are in second place with 10 points, having secured five wins and three losses in eight matches. Defending champions Islamabad United sit in third position, also with 10 points, following five wins and four losses from nine games.
Lahore Qalandars are in fourth place with nine points, having secured four wins, four losses, and one no-result. Peshawar Zalmi are in fifth position with eight points from four wins in nine matches.
Multan Sultans have been eliminated from playoff contention after securing only one win and suffering eight defeats in their nine matches.