Cricket Tournaments Amidst Tensions: PSL Moves to UAE

The Pakistan Super League is relocating its remaining matches to the UAE due to rising tensions between Pakistan and India. The decision comes after a match postponement in Rawalpindi amid safety concerns. The IPL in India is also considering adjustments amidst the ongoing geopolitical conflict.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 09-05-2025 12:07 IST | Created: 09-05-2025 11:11 IST
Cricket Tournaments Amidst Tensions: PSL Moves to UAE
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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) will relocate the rest of its matches to the United Arab Emirates following escalating tensions between Pakistan and India, announced cricket board chief Mohsin Naqvi on Friday.

The decision follows the postponement of Thursday's match in Rawalpindi amid border hostilities, aiming to prevent any 'possible reckless targeting' of players. Meanwhile, India's cricket authorities are deliberating whether to suspend the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the situation worsens.

Both boards prioritize player safety amid the geopolitical conflict, which has resulted in cross-border violence after India struck alleged terrorist camps in Pakistan this week, escalating military exchanges between the nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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