The upcoming PSL 2025 season faces significant disruptions amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. With the Indian government intensifying non-escalatory yet counter measures along the border, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering shifting the tournament overseas to ensure safety and continuity.
Dubai and Doha are among the potential venues being discussed, although logistical and financial challenges make such shifts unlikely.
A PCB spokesperson told Cricbuzz on Thursday, “The PCB is reviewing the situation and will be rescheduling some of the PSL matches. Further updates will be provided as matters are finalised.” The ongoing geopolitical tensions have already impacted the schedule, with some matches postponed or relocated.
Notably, the Pindi Stadium in Rawalpindi was affected by an Indian drone attack, leading to the postponement of Thursday night’s game between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi.
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Heavy rains in Rawalpindi have also contributed to the uncertainty regarding the Rawalpindi matches. When asked about the Rawalpindi fixture, the PCB representative noted, “There is little chance of a match happening there since the city is witnessing heavy rains.”
Additionally, foreign players participating in PSL 2025 are reportedly uneasy about the volatile security situation, although the PCB has dismissed concerns over airspace closures, stating, “The air space is closed today due to repeated Indian drone strikes in Pakistan. But no such decision has been taken regarding the tournament.”
The Indian military responded to Pakistan’s actions by targeting and neutralising Pakistani Air Defence Radars and systems across Lahore and Rawalpindi, in what is believed to be a retaliatory move. This escalation has further cast uncertainty over the remaining fixtures of PSL 2025.
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