NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the relocation of the remaining Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches to the UAE. The final eight PSL fixtures, initially set to take place across Rawalpindi, Multan, and Lahore, will now be played in the UAE.PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi acknowledged the disappointment of local supporters who will miss watching the games at their home venues.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!“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.”“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 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.Earlier in the day, PSL fixtures in Rawalpindi were cancelled and the league considered its options following escalating of tensions with india.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
The detailed schedule, including dates and venues, will be announced shortly.
