PCB shifts PSL 2025 window to April-May; dates to clash with IPL 2025

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 will take place in a window that runs from April 7 to May 20, according to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). This indicates that the PSL 2025 will coincide with the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, which begins in March and runs through May. 

"At the back of this meeting, and in relation to the most suitable window for PSL 2025 and beyond, the PCB will share further data with the franchise owners so that they can discuss amongst themselves, make a more informed decision, and share their ideas and thoughts at the General Council meeting," said Salman Naseer, PCB Chief Operating Officer.

However, the dates changed mainly due to the 2025 Champions Trophy, which Pakistan will host in February and March of that year. This decision was made after the PCB met with six PSL team owners at the Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday in preparation for their General Council meeting.

'The PCB will continue to explore additional venues...' - PCB on the upcoming PSL 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is all set to conduct the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and PSL 2025 in the upcoming year 2025. Hence, the venues are also decided for the tournaments as well. 

"Due to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 being held in the traditional event window, the event window for the 2025 event will be April 7-May 20. Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi to host matches in Pakistan with each side playing, at least, five matches on home ground. The PCB will continue to explore additional venues. Four playoffs proposed to be staged at a neutral venue," said PCB Chief Operating Officer Salman Naseer.