Pakistan Super League #PSL Discussion Thread

[JunaidAzizi]

I am glad that the war between the two states has now ended and that there will be a treaty soon to prevent further conflict. With this, the PCB officially announced the restart of the PSL. I was thinking that it would be difficult to restart the PSL soon because the international players had been sent to their homes, and they wouldn't put their lives at risk as the conditions at that time were unpredictable. But now the tension has been resolved to some extent, and the PSL is set to start on the 17th of May. All the matches will be played in Lahore and Rawalpindi stadiums. The matches are almost covered, and only a few matches are left before the semi finals, and then we will soon see the final in May.

[ZAINmalik75]

I don't think this is the case. If the PSL schedule overlaps with the Pakistan-Bangladesh tour then it means that the tour may be postponed or delayed. Although there is no official news about this but after seeing the new PSL dates, I think this might be the case. Although the border crisis situation is very much normal but still i read on social media there are some harsh words exchanged here and there, like India or Pakistan might launch another attack sometime later. Although these are just rumors but it would be better if PCB can delay this Bangladesh series so as to avoid any mishaps.

Well from some source (furqan butti) PCB were in contact with Bangladesh board to make sure series start before PSL, as it will help them to get back hawk eye team as well as rest of foreigner broadcasters. Because Bangladesh team visit will make sure no security threat to them which definitely will attract rest of other PSL player to get back and join his team. While several player like warner, sikhander, wiese, Kushal, wood, TKC, were ready to get back, while Islamabad were in contact with Hales as a vital replacement. Honestly Quetta were more effected then any other as none of thier player were ready to comeback. Hope such PCB tactics will work for them to bring back player trust and make sure thier safety.

[Sithara007]

Well from some source (furqan butti) PCB were in contact with Bangladesh board to make sure series start before PSL, as it will help them to get back hawk eye team as well as rest of foreigner broadcasters. Because Bangladesh team visit will make sure no security threat to them which definitely will attract rest of other PSL player to get back and join his team. While several player like warner, sikhander, wiese, Kushal, wood, TKC, were ready to get back, while Islamabad were in contact with Hales as a vital replacement. Honestly Quetta were more effected then any other as none of thier player were ready to comeback. Hope such PCB tactics will work for them to bring back player trust and make sure thier safety.

I agree with this. BCB being quite friendly to the PCB in recent times, and a Bangladesh tour to Pakistan would be a morale booster for the Pakistani board. They can show that Pakistani venues are safe for league matches. Anyway, Trump has forced both India and Pakistan to a ceasefire, and therefore I don't think that there will be any further attacks of any kind. But Quetta's chances of hosting anymore matches this season looks dim. I have heard a lot of news reports recently about military clashes in and around Quetta (and this has nothing to do with Indians).

[UmerIdrees]

I don't think this is the case. If the PSL schedule overlaps with the Pakistan-Bangladesh tour then it means that the tour may be postponed or delayed. Although there is no official news about this but after seeing the new PSL dates, I think this might be the case. Although the border crisis situation is very much normal but still i read on social media there are some harsh words exchanged here and there, like India or Pakistan might launch another attack sometime later. Although these are just rumors but it would be better if PCB can delay this Bangladesh series so as to avoid any mishaps.

Well from some source (furqan butti) PCB were in contact with Bangladesh board to make sure series start before PSL, as it will help them to get back hawk eye team as well as rest of foreigner broadcasters. Because Bangladesh team visit will make sure no security threat to them which definitely will attract rest of other PSL player to get back and join his team. While several player like warner, sikhander, wiese, Kushal, wood, TKC, were ready to get back, while Islamabad were in contact with Hales as a vital replacement. Honestly Quetta were more effected then any other as none of thier player were ready to comeback. Hope such PCB tactics will work for them to bring back player trust and make sure thier safety.

So you mean to say that the Bangladesh team will come before the scheduled tour and that the series will start almost parallel to when PSL resumes? I don't see that happening, and I haven't heard of it either. Infact, I was reading at Cricinfo that the Bangladesh tour may be delayed by two days and will start on 27 May (and not on May 25th). Let's see what the official announcement says regarding this bangladesh tour.

ESPNcricinfo has learned that the PCB has sent a new schedule for the T20Is between Pakistan and Bangladesh, with the first match now slotted for May 27, and the last on June 5.

[Compromise me]

I don't think this is the case. If the PSL schedule overlaps with the Pakistan-Bangladesh tour then it means that the tour may be postponed or delayed. Although there is no official news about this but after seeing the new PSL dates, I think this might be the case. Although the border crisis situation is very much normal but still i read on social media there are some harsh words exchanged here and there, like India or Pakistan might launch another attack sometime later. Although these are just rumors but it would be better if PCB can delay this Bangladesh series so as to avoid any mishaps.

Well from some source (furqan butti) PCB were in contact with Bangladesh board to make sure series start before PSL, as it will help them to get back hawk eye team as well as rest of foreigner broadcasters. Because Bangladesh team visit will make sure no security threat to them which definitely will attract rest of other PSL player to get back and join his team. While several player like warner, sikhander, wiese, Kushal, wood, TKC, were ready to get back, while Islamabad were in contact with Hales as a vital replacement. Honestly Quetta were more effected then any other as none of thier player were ready to comeback. Hope such PCB tactics will work for them to bring back player trust and make sure thier safety.

David Warner is big player and he got huge respect by Pak country because we saw him in the auction of IPL when he is not sold by any team and Pak league franchisers buy him at good price and gave him respect to make him captain. I think Indian league want to give chance to young players who are energetic but Warner is legend and has low energy than less age  players.  Many players will do come back in next days because there were tension in India and Pakistan and IPL and PSL both are effected and very less players want to play both these leagues.Pakistan governor want to organize all matches in Pakistan and we will see next all matches in Pakistan which is very well for the economy of country. Pak league is impressive but IPL is top most league which have faced millions of dollars loss.

[ZAINmalik75]

So you mean to say that the Bangladesh team will come before the scheduled tour and that the series will start almost parallel to when PSL resumes? I don't see that happening, and I haven't heard of it either. Infact, I was reading at Cricinfo that the Bangladesh tour may be delayed by two days and will start on 27 May (and not on May 25th). Let's see what the official announcement says regarding this bangladesh tour.

Well not parallel but before the PSL resume and that news is still not confirmed, but Pakistani cricket board were in contact with Bangladesh Cricket Board just like I explained above according to Pakistani influencer and cricket journalist Furqan batti, may be it's just rumors or may be followed in coming days. But it will be quite significant for Pakistan as currently several cricket technical team and broadcaster were off radar due to recent indopak conflict and it may possibly have vital damage on PSL. Honestly Bangladesh will filled every possible Pakistani demand as already one of thier player rishad hosain has hugely damage PSL image by exposing inside dressing room player conversation.

[GigaBit]

I don't think this is the case. If the PSL schedule overlaps with the Pakistan-Bangladesh tour then it means that the tour may be postponed or delayed. Although there is no official news about this but after seeing the new PSL dates, I think this might be the case. Although the border crisis situation is very much normal but still i read on social media there are some harsh words exchanged here and there, like India or Pakistan might launch another attack sometime later. Although these are just rumors but it would be better if PCB can delay this Bangladesh series so as to avoid any mishaps.

Well from some source (furqan butti) PCB were in contact with Bangladesh board to make sure series start before PSL, as it will help them to get back hawk eye team as well as rest of foreigner broadcasters. Because Bangladesh team visit will make sure no security threat to them which definitely will attract rest of other PSL player to get back and join his team. While several player like warner, sikhander, wiese, Kushal, wood, TKC, were ready to get back, while Islamabad were in contact with Hales as a vital replacement. Honestly Quetta were more effected then any other as none of thier player were ready to comeback. Hope such PCB tactics will work for them to bring back player trust and make sure thier safety.

David Warner is big player and he got huge respect by Pak country because we saw him in the auction of IPL when he is not sold by any team and Pak league franchisers buy him at good price and gave him respect to make him captain. I think Indian league want to give chance to young players who are energetic but Warner is legend and has low energy than less age  players.  Many players will do come back in next days because there were tension in India and Pakistan and IPL and PSL both are effected and very less players want to play both these leagues.Pakistan governor want to organize all matches in Pakistan and we will see next all matches in Pakistan which is very well for the economy of country. Pak league is impressive but IPL is top most league which have faced millions of dollars loss.

David Warner is a legendary player. He is still appreciated by everyone as a good cricketer. There is no way to say that his performance has been at a very good level recently. He could not give his team any support in that way. However, the respect for him is still there. He can flare up at any time. The Pakistan franchise team is certainly happy to have him. The tension that was created between Pakistan and India in the recent past has now had a huge negative impact on the cricketing arena of both countries. The franchises of both countries have also suffered financially, including changing the schedule of the tournament matches. But the positive side is that despite the loss, they are willing to complete the tournament again.

[ZAINmalik75]

David Warner is big player and he got huge respect by Pak country because we saw him in the auction of IPL when he is not sold by any team and Pak league franchisers buy him at good price and gave him respect to make him captain.

Yeh and that's why he still prefered to play PSL without any hesitation despite most of valuable player refused to be part at that PSL season due to tension created between indopak countries, while some of them ditch Pakistan super league over ipl just for money like Corbin from south Africa while now especially the Quetta wicket keeper batter Kushal Mendes whome will replace buttler at Gujrat Titan due to international duty as well as Australian middle order Micheal Owen will join Punjab and some other from recent sources. While it's quite disappointed behavior from them and I think PSL should take action against them just like ipl does after several player leave tournament at mid. Because they use PSL as a thier advertisment hub in order to get chance in ipl.

[Sithara007]

Yeh and that's why he still prefered to play PSL without any hesitation despite most of valuable player refused to be part at that PSL season due to tension created between indopak countries, while some of them ditch Pakistan super league over ipl just for money like Corbin from south Africa while now especially the Quetta wicket keeper batter Kushal Mendes whome will replace buttler at Gujrat Titan due to international duty as well as Australian middle order Micheal Owen will join Punjab and some other from recent sources. While it's quite disappointed behavior from them and I think PSL should take action against them just like ipl does after several player leave tournament at mid. Because they use PSL as a thier advertisment hub in order to get chance in ipl.

David Warner is a gentleman, and as such widely respected and held in high regard all around the world. If you look at his stats, he is one of the most successful batsmen in the history of the Indian Premier League. Now he is nearing his retirement and has performed quite well for his PSL franchise during his debut season of the Pakistan Super League. As such there is no risk in participating in the remaining PSL matches. There is a ceasefire in place between India and Pakistan, and any further chances of armed confrontation is close to zero. 

[MusaPk]

David Warner is a gentleman, and as such widely respected and held in high regard all around the world. If you look at his stats, he is one of the most successful batsmen in the history of the Indian Premier League. Now he is nearing his retirement and has performed quite well for his PSL franchise during his debut season of the Pakistan Super League. As such there is no risk in participating in the remaining PSL matches. There is a ceasefire in place between India and Pakistan, and any further chances of armed confrontation is close to zero. 

This is great news for all cricket fans in Pakistan that PSL is resuming from 17 May due to ceasefire between both sides. Likewise, IPL is also resuming in India. Hopes are high that their won't be any further escalation between both countries. Warner is 38 years old and he might play T20 leagues for one or two more years depending on his fitness and interest. There are news that Warner is returning to Pakistan for PSL, his team KK is second on points table and has strong chance of playing the play offs.

[UmerIdrees]

This is great news for all cricket fans in Pakistan that PSL is resuming from 17 May due to ceasefire between both sides. Likewise, IPL is also resuming in India. Hopes are high that their won't be any further escalation between both countries. Warner is 38 years old and he might play T20 leagues for one or two more years depending on his fitness and interest. There are news that Warner is returning to Pakistan for PSL, his team KK is second on points table and has strong chance of playing the play offs.

No doubt David Warner is a great player and there are a lot of fans for him in Pakistan. I know many people who just watch the matches live in stadium only because they wanted to see him in action. I think if his fitness can permit he can play PSL even five more years too but it depends on his performance and stamina ofcourse.

Just less than two days left and we will see the PSL action again and this time the Pakistan crowd will be even more energetic as they have given a very solid answer to those who put a bad eye on our country. 

[Compromise me]

Yeh and that's why he still prefered to play PSL without any hesitation despite most of valuable player refused to be part at that PSL season due to tension created between indopak countries, while some of them ditch Pakistan super league over ipl just for money like Corbin from south Africa while now especially the Quetta wicket keeper batter Kushal Mendes whome will replace buttler at Gujrat Titan due to international duty as well as Australian middle order Micheal Owen will join Punjab and some other from recent sources. While it's quite disappointed behavior from them and I think PSL should take action against them just like ipl does after several player leave tournament at mid. Because they use PSL as a thier advertisment hub in order to get chance in ipl.

David Warner is a gentleman, and as such widely respected and held in high regard all around the world. If you look at his stats, he is one of the most successful batsmen in the history of the Indian Premier League. Now he is nearing his retirement and has performed quite well for his PSL franchise during his debut season of the Pakistan Super League. As such there is no risk in participating in the remaining PSL matches. There is a ceasefire in place between India and Pakistan, and any further chances of armed confrontation is close to zero. 

Warner is big player we know but now he is out from IPL because IPL is for young players and Warmer is legend player and Indian think that Warner should be coach of any team but I think he has excellent skills in cricket and no one can beat him and Australian team won last OD World Cup in which he played crutial role in the whole tournament.

Pakistan and India War is end because of interruption of Donald because Modi faced big loss in this War , otherwise America was not in the favour of Cease fire.America always want to double it's business but Pakistan was ready to apply of nuclear weapons and All World stopped this war because that could be big loss of World.

[noormcs5]

Warner is big player we know but now he is out from IPL because IPL is for young players and Warmer is legend player and Indian think that Warner should be coach of any team but I think he has excellent skills in cricket and no one can beat him and Australian team won last OD World Cup in which he played crutial role in the whole tournament.

I would not necessarily agree with your statement. Warner is not out of the IPL because the IPL is for young players. So if he is playing at PSL means that PSL is for the older players   

I think the experience he has, he can be better than any youngster and Karachi Kings will be happy to have him back in their team. Also, he lead his team Sydney Thunder to the final of BBL 2024/25. Also you can't compare his captaincy skills with anyone.

David Warner confirms return for PSL 10 remainder as Karachi Kings eye title push

[Share Holder]

I hope that the PSL will be played very soon. Due to the war, many star players may not come to play the next matches of the PSL. Therefore, we may see some new players in the next matches, I hope. And I hope that the people will forget about the war and enjoy the matches very well.

[WatChe]

I would not necessarily agree with your statement. Warner is not out of the IPL because the IPL is for young players. So if he is playing at PSL means that PSL is for the older players   

I think the experience he has, he can be better than any youngster and Karachi Kings will be happy to have him back in their team. Also, he lead his team Sydney Thunder to the final of BBL 2024/25. Also you can't compare his captaincy skills with anyone.

David Warner confirms return for PSL 10 remainder as Karachi Kings eye title push

After a pause of almost 2 weeks, PSL 27th match is scheduled for tomorrow. I was going through list of playing 11 for Karachi on cricinfo and it's confirmed that David Warner is leading his side tomorrow. Karachi Kings have 2 more games to go and they have almost secured there place in play-offs. Along with Warner, Muhammad Nabi is also expected to play rest of PSL for Karachi.

Islamabad team has disappointed it's fan a lot, after winning all five of their opening matches they are now looking for a victory as they have now lost all four games they have played recently.     

[ZAINmalik75]

Well officially tomorrow will be PSL resume with first match between Peshawar and Karachi, it's much important for Peshawar to get some handosme points as Lahore match will be deciding for them either they will be in semis or knockout out. Anyway it's huge relief for Peshawar as thier middle bryant comeback morever Naveen were in contact to replace alazari Joseph so rather than alazari and Owen rest of Peshawar foreign star has comeback to join his team. While on the other hand most of thier foreigner player has already join his team so things will be much interesting to watch. But my most of focused will be on against Lahore match as a Zalmi fan as it will the way opportunity to get into playoff

[UmerIdrees]

Well officially tomorrow will be PSL resume with first match between Peshawar and Karachi, it's much important for Peshawar to get some handosme points as Lahore match will be deciding for them either they will be in semis or knockout out. Anyway it's huge relief for Peshawar as thier middle bryant comeback morever Naveen were in contact to replace alazari Joseph so rather than alazari and Owen rest of Peshawar foreign star has comeback to join his team. While on the other hand most of thier foreigner player has already join his team so things will be much interesting to watch. But my most of focused will be on against Lahore match as a Zalmi fan as it will the way opportunity to get into playoff

Peshawar Zalmi are almost out of the tournament. They have won four matches and also lost the same number of matches. With total of eight points from eight games aren't to be enough but still may have an outside chance based on the net run rate. Karachi Kings are very well placed at the 2nd place. They have won five matches and lost three of them and have 10 points. They would like to win this match and don't want to be in a position where a loss can cost them a move down the order.

[JunaidAzizi]

Well officially tomorrow will be PSL resume with first match between Peshawar and Karachi, it's much important for Peshawar to get some handosme points as Lahore match will be deciding for them either they will be in semis or knockout out. Anyway it's huge relief for Peshawar as thier middle bryant comeback morever Naveen were in contact to replace alazari Joseph so rather than alazari and Owen rest of Peshawar foreign star has comeback to join his team. While on the other hand most of thier foreigner player has already join his team so things will be much interesting to watch. But my most of focused will be on against Lahore match as a Zalmi fan as it will the way opportunity to get into playoff

Peshawar Zalmi are almost out of the tournament. They have won four matches and also lost the same number of matches. With total of eight points from eight games aren't to be enough but still may have an outside chance based on the net run rate. Karachi Kings are very well placed at the 2nd place. They have won five matches and lost three of them and have 10 points. They would like to win this match and don't want to be in a position where a loss can cost them a move down the order.

Yeah, Peshawar Zalmi was not good in all the matches, but they can manage their place to some extent. They have a total of 8 points and need two more points to survive in this league. So, they still have the opportunity to win the match and can maintain 10 points, which will be shown in their next match. I am so excited to see how they will perform, whether they play well or not, but we can hope for a better outcome. So tomorrow, we will see both teams. Both teams have time, and they are well prepared, so we can expect a good battle between them. Best of luck to both teams.

[noormcs5]

Yeah, Peshawar Zalmi was not good in all the matches, but they can manage their place to some extent. They have a total of 8 points and need two more points to survive in this league. So, they still have the opportunity to win the match and can maintain 10 points, which will be shown in their next match. I am so excited to see how they will perform, whether they play well or not, but we can hope for a better outcome. So tomorrow, we will see both teams. Both teams have time, and they are well prepared, so we can expect a good battle between them. Best of luck to both teams.

Karachi kings doesn't have a good start today. They lost the early wicket on the very first bowl of the match when Ben McDermott was out by Luke Wood. KK were put into the bat as Peshawar Zalmi won the toss. This might be an important toss to win at Rawalpindi. Babar Azam and David Warner were looking determined at the toss. This is a high scoring pitch as 247 runs were scored in an innings here. Karachi need to make partnerships here and not lose their way early in the game.

[UmerIdrees]

Yeah, Peshawar Zalmi was not good in all the matches, but they can manage their place to some extent. They have a total of 8 points and need two more points to survive in this league. So, they still have the opportunity to win the match and can maintain 10 points, which will be shown in their next match. I am so excited to see how they will perform, whether they play well or not, but we can hope for a better outcome. So tomorrow, we will see both teams. Both teams have time, and they are well prepared, so we can expect a good battle between them. Best of luck to both teams.

Karachi kings doesn't have a good start today. They lost the early wicket on the very first bowl of the match when Ben McDermott was out by Luke Wood. KK were put into the bat as Peshawar Zalmi won the toss. This might be an important toss to win at Rawalpindi. Babar Azam and David Warner were looking determined at the toss. This is a high scoring pitch as 247 runs were scored in an innings here. Karachi need to make partnerships here and not lose their way early in the game.

On the first ball, Wood got the opener of the Karachi Kings and the entire stadium and Peshawar Zalmi fans celebrated that wicket. I was also very excited since that wicket, but then Karachi Kings made a strong comeback. David Warner and James Vince are batting too good while PZ tried different bowlers to take wickets but again and again they kept failing.

Luke Wood had already delivered three overs because the captain is expecting another wicket from him but he did his job and was not able to get any more. Let's see; there is still one over for him left. I think Babar Azam should save that and use it at the death overs.