The Pakistan Super League 2025 (PSL 2025), also known as PSL 10, marks the tenth season of this franchise Twenty20 cricket league, established by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in 2015. Scheduled from April 11 to May 18, 2025, the tournament will exclusively take place in Pakistan, featuring matches across four key cities: Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi. This edition is notable for its overlap with the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, a scheduling shift influenced by the Champions Trophy 2025, which typically occupies the earlier February-March window for PSL.
Defending Champions and Team Continuity
Islamabad United enters as the defending champions, having clinched the title in PSL 2024 by defeating Multan Sultans in the final at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. This victory marks them as the team to beat, adding anticipation to their opening match against Lahore Qalandars. The team lineup remains consistent with previous seasons, featuring the same six franchises: Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators. This continuity ensures familiarity for fans, with no changes in team participation, maintaining the competitive balance seen in prior editions.
Key Points
- The Pakistan Super League 2025 (PSL 2025) schedule has been announced, running from April 11 to May 18, 2025, with all matches in Pakistan.
- Islamabad United, the defending champions, will face Lahore Qalandars in the opening match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
- The tournament features six teams: Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators, playing in a double round-robin format.
- Matches will be held at four venues: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, National Stadium (Karachi), Multan Cricket Stadium, and Gaddafi Stadium (Lahore), with capacities ranging from 15,000 to 34,000.
Pakistan Super League 2025 Schedule and Insights
The Pakistan Super League 2025 (PSL 2025), also known as PSL 10, marks the tenth season of this franchise Twenty20 cricket league, established by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in 2015. Scheduled from April 11 to May 18, 2025, the tournament will exclusively take place in Pakistan, featuring matches across four key cities: Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi. This edition is notable for its overlap with the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, a scheduling shift influenced by the Champions Trophy 2025, which typically occupies the earlier February-March window for PSL.
Schedule and Key Match Details
The PCB has released the complete schedule for PSL 2025, comprising 34 matches, including the league stage and playoffs. The tournament kicks off with an opening ceremony followed by the first match on April 11, 2025, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where defending champions Islamabad United will face Lahore Qalandars at 8:30 PM local time (03:00 PM GMT). This opening clash sets the tone for a competitive season, with the final scheduled for May 18, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
The league stage adopts a double round-robin format, where each of the six teams—Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators—plays 10 matches. The top four teams will then proceed to the playoffs, structured as follows:
- Qualifier: 1st vs 2nd, on May 13, 2025, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
- Eliminator 1: 3rd vs 4th, on May 14, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- Eliminator 2: Loser of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator 1, on May 16, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- Final: Winner of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator 2, on May 18, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
This format ensures a thrilling conclusion, with the playoff venues shifting to Lahore for the latter stages, potentially influencing team strategies due to home crowd advantages.
Pakistan Super League 2025 Schedule
Below is the complete schedule for PSL 2025, including match dates, fixtures, and venues:
| Sr. No. | Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Apr 11, Fri | Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars, 1st Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 2. | Apr 12, Sat | Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators, 2nd Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 3. | Apr 12, Sat | Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans, 3rd Match | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 4. | Apr 13, Sun | Quetta Gladiators vs Lahore Qalandars, 4th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 5. | Apr 14, Mon | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi, 5th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 6. | Apr 15, Tue | Karachi Kings vs Lahore Qalandars, 6th Match | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 7. | Apr 16, Wed | Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans, 7th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 8. | Apr 18, Fri | Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators, 8th Match | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 9. | Apr 19, Sat | Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans, 9th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 10. | Apr 20, Sun | Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United, 10th Match | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 11. | Apr 21, Mon | Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, 11th Match | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 12. | Apr 22, Tue | Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars, 12th Match | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| 13. | Apr 23, Wed | Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United, 13th Match | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| 14. | Apr 24, Thu | Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi, 14th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 15. | Apr 25, Fri | Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings, 15th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 16. | Apr 26, Sat | Lahore Qalandars vs Multan Sultans, 16th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 17. | Apr 27, Sun | Quetta Gladiators vs Peshawar Zalmi, 17th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 18. | Apr 29, Tue | Quetta Gladiators vs Multan Sultans, 18th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 19. | Apr 30, Wed | Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United, 19th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 20. | May 01, Thu | Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings, 20th Match | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| 21. | May 01, Thu | Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators, 21st Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 22. | May 02, Fri | Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United, 22nd Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 23. | May 03, Sat | Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United, 23rd Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 24. | May 04, Sun | Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings, 24th Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 25. | May 05, Mon | Multan Sultans vs Peshawar Zalmi, 25th Match | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| 26. | May 07, Wed | Islamabad United vs Quetta Gladiators, 26th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 27. | May 08, Thu | Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings, 27th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 28. | May 09, Fri | Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars, 28th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 29. | May 10, Sat | Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators, 29th Match | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| 30. | May 10, Sat | Islamabad United vs Karachi Kings, 30th Match | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 31. | May 13, Tue | Qualifier (1 vs 2) | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| 32. | May 14, Wed | Eliminator 1 (3 vs 4) | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 33. | May 16, Fri | Eliminator 2 (Loser Qualifier vs Winner Eliminator 1) | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 34. | May 18, Sun | Final | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
The PSL 2025 includes 34 matches, starting with the opening game on April 11, 2025, and concluding with the final on May 18, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The league stage follows a double round-robin format, with each team playing 10 matches, and the top four teams advancing to the playoffs, which include a Qualifier, Eliminator 1, Eliminator 2, and the Final.
PSL 2025 Venues
The four venues are equipped to host large crowds, with Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium holding 15,000, National Stadium (Karachi) at 34,000, Multan Cricket Stadium at 30,000, and Gaddafi Stadium (Lahore) at 27,000. The six teams remain unchanged from previous seasons, ensuring continuity for fans.
The tournament will utilize four venues, each with significant capacities to accommodate passionate cricket fans:
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi: Capacity 15,000, hosting 11 matches, including the opening game and some playoff matches.
- National Stadium, Karachi: Capacity 34,000, hosting 5 matches, known for its large crowds and vibrant atmosphere.
- Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan: Capacity 30,000, hosting 5 matches, a venue with a strong history of supporting PSL, including past opening ceremonies.
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: Capacity 27,000, hosting 13 matches, including the final, making it a central hub for the tournament’s latter stages.
These venues are strategically chosen to distribute matches across Pakistan, ensuring accessibility for fans from different regions. The capacities reflect the PCB’s commitment to hosting large audiences, with Rawalpindi and Lahore seeing the highest number of games, potentially due to their infrastructure and fan base.
PSL 2025 Ticket Updates
PCB has not yet announced ticket sale details for PSL 2025. Stay tuned to official PCB channels and isportsleague.com for updates on ticket availability and pricing.
PSL 2025 Teams
The same six franchises will compete in the tenth season:
How to Watch PSL 2025 Live
For viewers, PSL 2025 offers multiple viewing options. Official broadcasting channels include A Sports and Ten Sports Pakistan, ensuring domestic coverage, while live streaming is available on platforms like Walee Technologies and FanCode (for India), catering to international audiences, especially in regions like the MENA area and India. This expansion in broadcasting rights, with a noted 45% increase in value for domestic TV rights and a 113% increase for live streaming rights compared to previous cycles, underscores the growing global appeal of the league
Conclusion
PSL 2025 promises an exciting season with familiar teams, new scheduling challenges due to the IPL overlap, and enhanced broadcasting options. Fans are encouraged to stay engaged through official channels and platforms, ensuring they don’t miss any of the action from April 11 to May 18, 2025.
