PSL Matches Likely to be Shifted to Karachi

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is facing a possible venue change due to the Punjab government’s demand for a significant amount for the management of the event. Reports suggest that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering shifting the remaining matches of PSL 8 scheduled to be played in Lahore and Rawalpindi to Karachi.

Initial Plans for PSL 8 Matches

The eighth edition of PSL was planned to be played across four venues: Karachi, Multan, Rawalpindi, and Lahore. While the league’s Multan leg has already been played, the Punjab leg of the tournament is yet to begin.

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Shifting Venues from Lahore and Rawalpindi to Karachi

However, reports suggest that the fans of Lahore and Rawalpindi may not be able to witness the PSL action as the PCB might shift the venues from the cities of Punjab to Karachi for the remaining matches. The decision to move the matches is expected to be made due to the high cost of staging the league in Punjab.

Punjab Govt’s Demands for Organizing PSL Matches

The Punjab government has demanded a whopping amount of Rs. 50 crore for organizing the remaining matches of PSL 8. According to reports, the PCB has already paid Rs. 5 crore in terms of food expenses, but the Punjab government has demanded the immediate payment of the remaining Rs. 45 crore for security and lighting.

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Urgent Meeting Between PCB and Franchises

The massive amount demanded by the Punjab government will be deducted from the profits of the franchises. Therefore, the PCB has called for an urgent meeting with the franchises to discuss the situation. It is expected that the PCB and franchises will unanimously decide to move the remaining matches to Karachi to save the amount demanded by the Punjab government.

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