The Pakistan Super League (PSL) released its Team of the Tournament for the historic tenth edition, with some of the big guns cutting a thrilling month-and-a-half of cricket. Some of the most significant inclusions include Karachi Kings captain David Warner, while biggies Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have missed the cut to everyone's shock.

The 12-man team, chosen by members of the official commentary panel, is headed by Lahore Qalandars' Shaheen Shah Afridi, who topped a runaway season by leading his team to their third PSL crown in four years. The left-arm pacer was also the tournament-leading wicket-taker, taking 19 wickets in 13 games, and was handed over the Fazal Mahmood Cap. Afridi is joined by Qalandars teammates Fakhar Zaman, who scored 439 runs with four half-centuries, and all-rounder Sikandar Raza, who made key contributions with both bat (254 runs) and ball (10 wickets).

Balanced picks dominate as Babar, Rizwan miss out on PSL 10 XI

Islamabad United’s Sahibzada Farhan, the recipient of the Hanif Mohammad Cap as the tournament's top scorer with 449 runs, is the designated wicketkeeper of the squad. Karachi Kings are represented well with three players: Warner (368 runs), James Vince (378 runs with a century), and pacer Hasan Ali, who took 17 wickets in only 10 games. Khushdil Shah, who scored 253 runs and took seven wickets, was declared the 12th man.

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Quetta Gladiators also boast a trio of representatives. Promising opener Hasan Nawaz became the Best Batter of the Tournament with 399 runs, including one hundred and three half-centuries. He is accompanied by seasoned all-rounder Faheem Ashraf (163 runs and 17 wickets) and spinner Abrar Ahmed (17 wickets in 12 games). Emerging fast bowler Ali Raza of Peshawar Zalmi completes the XI, after a breakout season when he picked 12 wickets in nine matches.

Whereas the choices to a large extent mirror statistical showings, the exclusion of Babar Azam (288 runs) and Mohammad Rizwan (367 runs) has left fans and commentators scratching their heads. Yet, the commentary panel has seemingly placed greater value on match-winning performances and influence than on reputation.

PSL 10 Team of the Tournament

• Fakhar Zaman (Lahore Qalandars)
• Sahibzada Farhan (Islamabad United) – Wicketkeeper
• David Warner (Karachi Kings)
• James Vince (Karachi Kings)
• Hasan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators)
• Sikandar Raza (Lahore Qalandars)
• Faheem Ashraf (Quetta Gladiators)
• Shaheen Shah Afridi (Lahore Qalandars) – Captain
• Hasan Ali (Karachi Kings)
• Ali Raza (Peshawar Zalmi) – Emerging Player
• Abrar Ahmed (Quetta Gladiators)
• Khushdil Shah (Karachi Kings) – 12th Man

The season of PSL 10, played over Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi between April 11 and May 25, ended with the defeat of Quetta Gladiators by six wickets at the hands of Lahore Qalandars in a nail-biting final at the Gaddafi Stadium.

The Final of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 will take place on May 25, 2025, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore at 7:30 PM IST between Quetta Gladiators (QUE) and Lahore Qalandars (LAH). QUE will look for their second PSL Title and first since 2019, backed by a strong batting lineup and some very disciplined bowling. LAH comes into the final with two PSL titles in their last two tournaments, and they are halting their efforts for a third title with recent form and with the support of their local crowd driven by Fakhar Zaman's 309 runs in the postseason. The Gaddafi pitch has always traditionally favored batting, with the potential for a score like that turning up early with assistance to pacers in the early overs helping teams at the toss. It should be an entertaining finish to PSL 10 with playoff-worthy batting on both sides and a quality bowling showcase.

Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches: 19
• QUE Wins: 9
• LAH Wins: 9
• No Result: 1
• Win %: The rivalry is evenly poised, with both QUE and LAH securing 9 wins each in 19 matches, setting up an intense final showdown.

Key Matches: QUE vs LAH

PSL 2025, match 4 - April 13, Rawalpindi

• Lahore Qalandars: 219/6 in 20 overs.
• Quetta Gladiators: 140/10 in 16.2 overs.
• Result: Lahore Qalandars won by 79 runs.

LAH put up a huge 219, led by an innings of 67 from Fakhar Zaman off just 39 balls, and, unbeaten, Sam Billings scored a flurry of 50 off 19 balls. QUE's chase had a disastrous start at 9/3, before Shaheen Afridi (2/6) and Rishad Hossain (3/31) ran through their batting order. Faheem Ashraf's 21 was not enough, and Asif Afridi finished the game off.

PSL 2025, match 21 - May 1, Lahore 

• Lahore Qalandars: 111/3 in 11.3 overs.
• Quetta Gladiators: no result due to rain.
• Result: match abandoned.

LAH was off to a flying start with an opening partnership of 102 between Mohammad Naeem (50 off 30) and Abdullah Shafique (53* off 34) before a dust storm followed by heavy rain ended play after 11.3 overs. QUE captain Saud Shakeel's decision to field first backfired as LAH batsmen made the most of QUE's bowlers, but unfortunately, due to the poor drainage, this match has ended in no result. 

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PSL 2024, Match 28 - March 12, Karachi 

• Quetta Gladiators: 166/4 in 20 overs
• Lahore Qalandars: 162/7 in 20 overs
• Result: Quetta Gladiators Won by 4 Runs

QUE set a paragraph-worthy 166 with 52 on top from Saud Shakeel and 45 from Jason Roy. LAH got themselves into the game with Fakhar Zaman leading their chase with 54, but were left chasing with Mohammad Amir's final over, as he picked up 2/25, and congratulated Abrar Ahmed’s key wicket to Sikandar Raza (2/28).

PSL 2023, match 18 - March 2, Lahore

• Quetta Gladiators: 148/7 in 20 overs.
• Lahore Qalandars: 149/3 in 17.4 overs.
• Result: LQ won by 7 wickets. 

QUE only managed 148, with Jason Roy's 48 innings providing some stability, but LAH made light work of the chase, led by an unbeaten 68 off 43 from Abdullah Shafique. Haris Rauf's (3/22) bowling ensured QUE's total would be a comfortable chase for LAH. 

Islamabad United faced a big setback on Thursday as star English batter Alex Hales opted out before the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 Qualifier 2, which is set to take place on May 23 at the Gaddafi Stadium.

The former England opener announced his exit through an Instagram story. He wished the team all the best for the rest of the tournament and thanked the franchise for giving him the chance to return to the United camp. He was expected to strengthen Islamabad's batting lineup along with South African player Rassie van der Dussen. While van der Dussen is still with the team for this important final stage, Hales played only two matches.

According to some sources, the veteran opener played only two matches for Islamabad United in PSL 10 before returning to England because of personal reasons. In his first match of the season on May 19 against Karachi Kings, the 36-year-old played a brilliant innings, scoring 88 runs from just 35 balls. He hit six fours and eight sixes, with a very high strike rate of 251.42. Thanks to his powerful performance, Islamabad United scored a big total of 251 runs for 5 wickets.

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However, in Qualifier 1 against Quetta Gladiators, Hales was out for a duck on the second ball while chasing a target of 210 runs. Islamabad United was all out for 179 runs, and Quetta reached the final of PSL 10.

Now, Islamabad United will play Qualifier 2 against the winner of the Eliminator match between Karachi Kings and Lahore Qalandars. The winner of Qualifier 2 will enter the final, which will be played in Lahore on May 25.

Islamabad United squad for PSL 2025:

Shadab Khan and Naseem Shah (all platinum), Azam Khan, Imad Wasim and Jason Holder (all diamond), Haider Ali, Salman Ali Agha and Ben Dwarshuis (all gold), Colin Munro, Rumman Raees, Andries Gous, Mohammad Nawaz and Salman Irshad (all silver), Hunain Shah and Saad Masood (both emerging), Kyle Mayers, Mohammad Faiq, Sahibzada Farhan, Muhammad Shahzad and Riley Meredith (all supplementary).

England pacer Tom Curran and Bangladeshi leg-spinner Rishad Hossain were both part of the Lahore Qalandars squad in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). However, due to the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan, the tournament was abruptly postponed, prompting players to return home. Rishad Hossain flew back to Bangladesh via Dubai on May 10, while Tom Curran also left for England. The situation caused significant concern among players, with tensions high and uncertainty affecting the squad's mental well-being.

During a brief media interaction at Dubai Airport, Rishad Hossain opened up about the anxiety within the Lahore Qalandars camp amid the political crisis. He mentioned how the India-Pakistan conflict instilled fear among players, including international stars. Rishad went on to make surprising revelations about teammate Tom Curran, highlighting the unease and panic that gripped the team during their stay in Pakistan. His comments offered a glimpse into the emotional toll the situation had on foreign players, many of whom were caught off guard by the sudden escalation and abrupt disruption to the tournament.

 "When Tom Curran arrived at the airport and heard that the flights were suspended, he started crying like a child. Two or three people had to handle him," Rishad said in an interview.

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Curran finally reveals what happened

After staying silent for a long time, Curran has finally responded to Rishad’s comments. The England pacer, who won the ODI World Cup, has completely denied what his Lahore teammate said. India and Pakistan have already declared a ceasefire with the help of US President Donald Trump. The PSL started again on 17th May. Rishad will not play the rest of the tournament as he is now in the Bangladesh squad for their tour of the United Arab Emirates. But Curran has returned to Pakistan.

Yesterday, Curran took a photo with two members of Pakistan’s Border Guard Rangers. He posted it on his Instagram story and wrote, "I am happy to see the game (PSL) starting again. I pray for peace between the two special countries. But I swear, I did not cry. I was ready to play."

Rishad has also apologized for his comments. On the night of May 11, he wrote on social media, "The comments I made in a short interview with Bangladeshi journalists at Dubai airport did not fully explain the situation. I also said things emotionally. I am truly sorry for the misunderstanding. I have given an unconditional apology to Tom Curran."

Lahore Qalandars have acquired Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz for the commercialized part of the current Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025, following the withdrawal of Zimbabwean superstar Sikandar Raza because of national obligation. Miraz, 27, was formally given a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Monday, paving the way for him to play for the Qalandars from May 22-25. It is his first appearance in an international franchise league and another new chapter in his expanding cricketing dossier.

"He signed up for the NOC this morning and got it in the afternoon," assured Shahriar Nafees, BCB's cricket operations manager. With Raza missing the rest of the tournament as Zimbabwe prepares for a historic Test series against England, Lahore Qalandars required an experienced all-round option. Miraz, who is known for his skilled off-spin as well as handy batting, was a strong contender to fill the gap.

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Mehidy Hasan Miraz added to Lahore Qalandars as playoff reinforcement for PSL 2025

Lahore, who secured a playoff position with a 26-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi on Sunday, will play the Eliminator in Lahore on May 22. Miraz is likely to add strength to their spin unit along with fellow Bangladeshi Shakib Al Hasan, who made his season debut against Zalmi. In 153 T20s, Miraz has picked 107 wickets at 7.55 economy and compiled 2,099 runs with seven half-centuries. He was also appointed ICC Men's Player of the Month for April, which reflects his current performance.

Interestingly, Miraz is not included in Bangladesh's T20I team presently playing against the UAE in Sharjah, which also made it convenient for BCB to grant the NOC. Some other Bangladeshi players, such as Litton Das, Rishad Hossain, and Nahid Rana, have also already played in this version of the PSL, though Rishad and Rana returned home prematurely because of safety issues after the tournament was suspended temporarily. Lahore Qalandars will be looking for Miraz to bring the balance they require in the dying embers, as they pursue their third straight PSL title.

Shakib Al Hasan has not played any recognised cricket since November last year. He also went into hiding, leaving his cricket career behind. However, he will return to cricket after six months.

Today, the Pakistan Super League team Lahore Qalandars announced on social media that Shakib will play for them for the rest of the tournament. He will join the team in Islamabad on May 17. The next day, the team has a match in Lahore. The franchise said that Shakib has been added as a replacement for Daryl Mitchell, who has injured his hand.

Shakib’s comments were included in the official statement from Lahore Qalandars sent to Pakistani media. The former Bangladesh captain said, "I am very happy to join the PSL this season. We are at an important stage of the tournament where every match is important. I enjoy watching this tournament, and now I look forward to playing on the field. Qalandars have strong support and good team spirit. I am excited to be part of a team that wants to do well."

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Shakib will make a strong impact: Samin

According to BCB sources, Shakib applied for a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the board last night to play in the PSL. The certificate has not been officially given yet, but the BCB has agreed in principle to allow him to play. Lahore Qalandars team director Samin Rana also shared his happiness about Shakib joining the team. 

"I am very happy that Shakib is joining the Lahore Qalandars family. His experience, skill, and all-around talent are valuable for our team, especially at this important time in the tournament. His presence will make our squad stronger. I believe Shakib will make a strong impact both on and off the field," Samin Rana said.

Lahore Qalandars are currently in fourth place in this year's PSL with 9 points from 9 matches. The team has one match left in the league stage. If they stay in the top four, they will reach the playoffs. Shakib has a lot of experience in T20 cricket. He has played 444 matches, scored 7,438 runs, and taken 492 wickets. He has also played for Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings in the PSL before. He has been part of all major franchise leagues, including the IPL. Shakib last played a competitive match for Bengal Tigers in the Abu Dhabi T10 League on November 30 last year.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued an important update regarding ticketing for the remaining eight matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10. Fans who purchased tickets in advance can use the same tickets on the rescheduled match days. The tournament, which was initially called off due to escalating tensions at the India-Pakistan border, caused significant uncertainty. This update brings much-needed relief to spectators amid recent disruptions in the schedule.

PSL 10 holds special importance as Pakistan has a long history of security challenges, which previously kept international cricket away from its home grounds. Only in recent years has cricket resumed on Pakistani soil, with local and international players participating in major tournaments. For the May 18 double-header — Multan Sultans vs. Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi vs. Lahore Qalandars — tickets issued on May 9 will remain valid. The same rule applies to all playoff matches and the grand final, ensuring fans enjoy uninterrupted access.

"The fans who had bought tickets for the 8 May Peshawar Zalmi v Karachi Kings, 9 May Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars, and 10 May Islamabad United v Karachi Kings fixtures can now use the same tickets for the corresponding 17, 18, and 19 May fixtures, respectively," according to the notice issued by the PCB.

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People who bought the tickets for the playoffs and final can bring those tickets and enjoy the match on the newly settled dates, and if anyone wants to buy a new ticket, then PCB asks them to visit the official website, www.pcb.tcs.com.pk, and designated TCS Express centers. Parallelly, fans are also eligible for a full refund solely for the contests held on May 1 and May 10 in Multan, as well as for the previously arranged qualifier in Rawalpindi.

PSL 2025 resechuled fixtures

Pakistan Super League (PSL) is likely to resume later this week as both of the countries agreed to a ceasefire. A report came out on Tuesday morning stating that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is under discussion to restart the tournament and conclude it as soon as possible.

Between the escalating military conflict between India and Pakistan, the Indian Premier League (IPL) and PSL both chose to go on hiatus for an uncertain time period. Now, after the IPL is to restart from May 17, the PCB is also in the process of proceeding with their own franchise T20 league.

Though the decision is yet to come, we know when PSL will start again. During the heat exchange between two archrivals, India and Pakistan, many overseas players left Pakistan for security purposes, which caused the PSL teams to void. To maintain the balance between all franchises and the credibility of the tournament, PCB can arrange another draft to bring some foreign players on board.

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The Pakistan Super League has only 8 games to conclude their season and can face major challenges in terms of bringing in new players and logistical reasons. Quality players are already engaged with either IPL or PSL, leaving only high-profile names outside of the contests. 'The logistics around production will also need to be sorted, with the contracts for broadcasting teams ending on 18 May,' stated in a report. As per the current schedule, May 18 is scheduled to host the final match of PSL 10.

Pakistan Cricket Board now needs to solve three problems—filling the gap created by the overseas players who already left the country, rescheduling the matches to cover extra expenses, and logistical reasons. 

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 is hanging in the balance, with foreign players not wanting to return in the wake of heightened India-Pakistan tensions. The tournament was put on hold on May 9, 2025, after a drone attack outside Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium created mass hysteria, prompting the PCB to delay matches indefinitely. With the IPL also suspended owing to Operation Sindoor—a counterattack in response to border incursions—subcontinent cricket is in shambles.

Foreign players, crucial to the PSL's international popularity, are taking safety precautions first, leaving the PCB in a state of panic. There were reports of players such as Australia's David Warner and New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell swearing never to come back to Pakistan, while England's Tom Curran was visibly shaken throughout the incident. South Africa's Andries Gous, who was scheduled to make his debut for Islamabad United, also withdrew, citing the volatile atmosphere. The PCB had first thought about relocating matches to Karachi, but as things deteriorated, the idea fell apart, further worsening the crisis.

The PCB is keen to save the season, particularly with playoff places at stake—Lahore Qalandars (9 points) and Peshawar Zalmi (8 points) were in the running before the suspension. An attempt to relocate to the UAE fell through, as the Emirates Cricket Board distanced itself to avoid straining ties with the BCCI, who’ve hosted IPL editions there. With no clear venue and fading player confidence, the PSL’s future looks bleak, leaving fans like me wondering if we’ll see any more action this year.

Can the PSL Bounce Back?

The PCB has a daunting task ahead: getting overseas players back on the field while keeping them safe. There are negotiations to postpone matches in a neutral country, potentially Sri Lanka, but there is no clear timeline yet. Cricket was already disrupted, as two Pakistan domestic tournaments were postponed, and the PCB has to move quickly to regain people's trust or face postponing the entire season, a huge loss for fans and players.

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With global stars absent, the PSL loses its glamour, and that is well-known to the board. Global stars are the measure of a league's strength as well as watchability, and with today's environment, even that does not appear so real anymore. Hope the PCB somehow manages to deliver cricket once more in safety—fingers crossed for it all to resolve ASAP!

The 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) turned into a nightmare for foreign players when a missile struck an airport 20 minutes after they were about to fly out of Pakistan. Bangladeshi cricketer Rishad landed safely in Dubai and expressed great relief to media persons, who termed the experience as "petrifying." "Alhamdulillah, we landed in Dubai despite a crisis," he added, remembering his team's dread at hearing the news of the attack after the touchdown. Against a backdrop of heightened tensions and bombings in Pakistan, the attack left players and families in shock. Rishad's parents, always concerned for his safety, were especially traumatized by the unstable environment, with news of the attack being received by them as both "frightening and tragic."

Foreign players such as Sam Billings, Daryl Mitchell, Kushal Perera, David Wiese, and Tom Curran were also deeply shaken. Mitchell, according to Rishad, promised never to visit Pakistan again under such conditions, and others were also equally outraged. Nahid Rana was visibly shocked and couldn't say a word during the crisis. "I kept saying to him, relax," said Rishad, underlining the relief of having arrived at Dubai. The episode has raised grave questions about the PSL's capacity to hold on to overseas talent, with the fear of narrowly avoiding harm hanging over it, threatening to tarnish the league's global image.

Tom Curran's Emotional Breakdown

England's Tom Curran had a particularly traumatic experience. Rishad spoke of how Curran had heard the airport was closed after the missile strike and broke down in tears. "He was crying like a kid," Rishad said, as teammates moved to comfort him. The psychological impact of this close brush with disaster has left a lasting scar, potentially deterring overseas players from future PSL involvement.

SHOCKING EXPERIENCE FOR OVERSEAS PLAYERS IN PSL. 🤯 [Cricbuzz] pic.twitter.com/GVhhXJARxp

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 10, 2025

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The incident highlights the broader challenges of hosting global sporting events in regions with geopolitical volatility. The psychological impact on players and added uncertainty about logistics create an extraordinary cognitive burden for organizers of the PSL to manage the safety and security dimensions. The ability to reassure international stars about their safety is critical. Otherwise, the league may lose its attractiveness, as players will likely opt for their own safety over participating in a potentially dangerous environment.