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Biryani or cricket? If you're a Karachiite, you can choose both

Only a Karachiite could balance signs for fours and sixes while devouring steamy biryani from a flimsy plastic box.

09 Apr, 2018

Teamwork and gameplan key to Islamabad United’s success

Barring their shaky start to the tournament, Islamabad United never looked in trouble at any stage in PSL III.

How a national comeback slipped through Kamran Akmal’s gloves

An emerging player would've gotten away with such an error but Kamran is too experienced to commit such a blunder.

Fans corner: Sketchy arrangements for PSL final irked fans

Long walk to NSK and multiple security checks irked fans to no end.

We learned our lessons from spot-fixing scam to win PSL III: Misbah

Islamabad United skipper says his team was a well-balanced squad that played like a well-knit unit.

PSL 2018 review: How each team fared

While we didn't see a 200-run game, we saw plenty of cliffhangers, super overs and nail-biters.

Updated 27 Mar, 2018

Editorial: PSL 2018 — the show will get better with time

The talent will only get richer once we make a habit of playing not just in Karachi and Lahore but in other cities too.

27 Mar, 2018

Situationer: Lights, laughter hug Karachi

Full marks to Karchiites who tore apart the thick layer of fear to rise and shouted ‘yes this is my City of Lights’

Updated 26 Mar, 2018

In pictures: Islamabad United win PSL with Karachi back on the cricket map

The PSL final is seen as a major step towards reviving international cricket in the country.

Updated 26 Mar, 2018

Resilient Karachiites brave scorching heat, security checks to welcome PSL

At least 8,000 security personnel that also included armed soldiers guard the 27,000 capacity National Stadium.

Updated 25 Mar, 2018

Islamabad United defeat Peshawar Zalmi, reclaim PSL title

Capital city side defeats Zalmi by 3 wickets to reclaim the title they had won in league's inaugural edition in 2016.

Updated 26 Mar, 2018

Music and festivities as PSL 2018's grand finale kicks off in Karachi

Nearly 32,000 inhabitants of the city set to witness the showdown between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United.

Updated 25 Mar, 2018

Big-time cricket returns to Karachi after nine years

Peshawar Zalmi to defend PSL crown against Islamabad United today.

Updated 25 Mar, 2018

Akmal expects PSL 2018 final to go down to the wire

Islamabad are very tough and I have a feeling that a winner won't emerge until the very end," says the Zalmi batter.

Updated 25 Mar, 2018

If they have Akmal, we have Ronchi: Waqar Younis

Islamabad United coach is not fazed by Zalmi opener's form ahead of Sunday's final.

Updated 24 Mar, 2018

PSL final: Confused about how to get to Karachi's National Stadium on game day? Find out here

To make things easier for you on the day of the match, we've broken down how to get to the stadium into simple steps.

Updated 25 Mar, 2018

Comment: Cricket craze reaches its zenith in Karachi

There are lights and life in the city of lights. And we have a 20-over cricket match to thank for it.

Updated 24 Mar, 2018

Guarded optimism: Karachi on alert for biggest cricket match in 9 years

Although some foreign players have opted out, authorities have promised head-of-state level security for the PSL final.

Updated 24 Mar, 2018

Half of all PSL4 matches to be held in Pakistan: Sethi

Says PCB has green light to hold half of all matches in the next season of the PSL in Karachi and Lahore.

Updated 23 Mar, 2018

Shoemaker to award PSL 2018 champions with Peshawari chappal

Final match of the third edition of the franchise will be played by Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United.

Updated 23 Mar, 2018

Arthur lauds in-form Kamran but keeps focus on youngsters

Head coach hints at Kamran's unreliability with the gloves, says international players have to excel in all formats.

Updated 23 Mar, 2018

Comment: Cricket, the much-loved game ought to be back home

PSL has no doubt made a huge contribution to keep the game going to create opportunities at all levels.

Updated 23 Mar, 2018

Defeat is disappointing but Quetta was great overall: Moin

Gladiators' head coach expresses concerns over below par umpiring standards in PSL.

Updated 22 Mar, 2018

Peshawar Zalmi knock out Karachi Kings, qualify for PSL 2018 final

Defending champions defeat port city side by 12 runs in Eliminator match at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium.

Updated 22 Mar, 2018

In pictures: Karachi prepares to welcome local, foreign cricket stars for PSL 2018 finale

Large billboards and posters welcoming local and foreign cricket stars to Karachi have been put up.

21 Mar, 2018

Will rain be the winner in today's Karachi vs Peshawar PSL showdown?

With both teams losing players to injuries, today's match promises to be a nail-biter.

Updated 22 Mar, 2018

Lack of bowling plans continue to hurt Kings, put Azhar under spotlight

Fans and critics wonder whether Karachi Kings had a definite bowling plan at all for Islamabad United?

Updated 21 Mar, 2018

More last-ball drama as Peshawar Zalmi knock Quetta Gladiators out of PSL 2018

Defending champions defeat two-time finalists by just one run in yet another nail-biting PSL encounter.

Updated 21 Mar, 2018

All set for Gladiators vs Zalmi eliminator as PSL returns to Lahore

Police authorities have intensified security ahead of the two PSL matches by deputing over 18,000 personnel.

Updated 21 Mar, 2018

Foreign commentators give thumbs-up to youngster-driven PSL

Commentators laud young talent and "outstanding fielding", lament slow pitches.

20 Mar, 2018

Morgan rues poor show by Karachi Kings in qualifier

"We let Luke Ronchi take the game from us," Eoin Morgan says.

Updated 20 Mar, 2018

PSL final, West Indies series huge boost for cricket and Karachiites: Sallu

Former chief selector gives credit to "tireless efforts" of PCB chairman and his team.

Updated 20 Mar, 2018

Multan Sultans' manager blames 'older' players for dismal performance in PSL

"We had to take our pick from the players released by other teams, so we had fewer choices," says Nadeem Khan.

Updated 20 Mar, 2018

Sarfraz confirms replacements for Watson, Pietersen ahead of Gladiators' eliminator

Sri Lanka's Thisara Perera and Bangladesh's Mahmudullah will be part of the Quetta Gladiators squad.

Updated 19 Mar, 2018

Security plan for PSL 2018 final in Karachi revealed

Spectators will need to go through a roughly four-hour-long, three-tier security procedure before they enter the stadium

Updated 21 Mar, 2018

3,500 unsold PSL tickets for Lahore play-offs returned to PCB

PSL 2018 tickets worth Rs1,000 and 2,000 were sold out within three days of going on sale.

Updated 20 Mar, 2018

Wrist injury forces Misbah out of remaining PSL games

Former Pakistan skipper will be out for four weeks after being hit by a bouncer from left-arm fast bowler Tymal Mills.

19 Mar, 2018

Quetta jolted as Laughlin, Watson pull out of Pakistan leg

Gladiators face full-strength Zalmi in Tuesday’s playoff; Thisara Perera, Johnson Charles to join Quetta.

Updated 19 Mar, 2018

Islamabad United qualify for PSL 2018 final with eight-wicket win over Karachi Kings

Luke Ronchi scores an unbeaten 39-ball 94, blows Karachi bowlers to smithereens.

Updated 13 Aug, 2018

PSL needs auction system to attract better cricketers: Rameez Raja

Ex-Pakistan captain feels getting rid of the drafts system could help PSL 'become a bigger game financially'.

18 Mar, 2018

Comment: Karachi Kings — the PSL franchise hated by many of its own

It's not uncommon for Karachiites to root for other franchises and wish catastrophes of Qalandarian magnitude on Kings.

Updated 13 Apr, 2018

CM calls for completion of PSL final arrangements by 22nd

CM directed local government and administration to ensure setting up of food stalls for spectators.

Updated 17 Mar, 2018

Blistering Kamran ton fires Peshawar into playoffs

The 36-year-old wicket-keeper/batsman hammered an unbeaten 107.

Updated 17 Mar, 2018

Quetta in quandary over availability of first-choice overseas stars

SHARJAH: Already assured of a playoff berth in the HBL Pakistan Super League, two-time losing finalists Quetta...

Updated 17 Mar, 2018

Karachi Kings qualify for PSL 2018 play-offs, Multan Sultans crash out

Port city side defeats Islamabad United by seven wickets in last pool match of the T20 tournament.

Updated 17 Mar, 2018

Lahore Qalandars refute rumours about 'star player' Umar Akmal

Statement comes following speculation that the out-of-favour batsman is under investigation for suspicious activities.

16 Mar, 2018

Black market — the dark side to PSL final tickets

The return of cricket to Karachi comes complete with the unwanted by-product of ticket resale for exorbitant prices.

Updated 16 Mar, 2018

Kamran Akmal scores first century of PSL 2018, helps Zalmi keep their campaign alive

Peshawar Zalmi opener's 107 not out helps inflict seven-wicket defeat on Lahore Qalandars.

Updated 16 Mar, 2018

Zalmi face resurgent Qalandars in contest to keep Peshawar's playoff dreams alive

A Zalmi loss will mean that Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings will progress to the playoffs.

Updated 16 Mar, 2018

Gross mismanagement witnessed in sale of PSL tickets

PCB remains tight-lipped over the issue.

Updated 16 Mar, 2018

Islamabad defeat Quetta by 6 wickets, equal record for consecutive PSL victories

Capital city franchise clinches top spot in league stage of PSL 2018.

Updated 16 Mar, 2018

Kamran Ak-mauls bowlers in Peshawar Zalmi's 44-run win over Karachi Kings

Wicketkeeper-batsman scores 51-ball 75 laced with six 6s and three 4s.

Updated 15 Mar, 2018

Brave Duminy has no qualms about touring Pakistan for PSL games

“I will be coming to Pakistan with the United squad for the playoffs if needed and the final in Karachi if we reach it.”

Updated 15 Mar, 2018

Lahore Qalandars defeat Quetta Gladiators by 17 runs for their third straight win of PSL 2018

The 26th fixture of the Pakistan Super League 2018 is underway.

Updated 15 Mar, 2018

Duminy impressed with PSL standard, agrees to visit Pakistan for play-offs

Veteran batsman's remarks will be music to the ears of both Islamabad United and PSL fans.

Updated 14 Mar, 2018

Eoin Morgan to lead Karachi Kings in Imad Wasim's absence

Regular captain Wasim told to rest after being diagnosed with mild concussion.

Updated 14 Mar, 2018

Rivals pin hopes on a Lahore victory over Quetta as PSL play-offs race heats up

Karachi, Multan, Peshawar and Islamabad will all be rooting for Lahore when they face Quetta tonight.

Updated 14 Mar, 2018

PSL 2018 final tickets to go on sale tonight

The tickets will be available for purchase online as well as selected TCS outlets.

Updated 14 Mar, 2018

The commotion that a game of cricket can be

The laws of cricket are not as clearly defined which sometimes leads to chaotic scenes.

14 Mar, 2018

Luke Ron-key to Islamabad United's 33-run win over Multan Sultans

Capital city side becomes the first franchise to reserve their place in PSL 2018 playoffs.

Updated 14 Mar, 2018

Sharjah leg brings fervour to the PSL

If the T20 league was lacking something before, the Sharjah leg remedied that problem.

13 Mar, 2018

Play-offs berth on offer as Islamabad, Multan clash in tonight's crucial PSL fixture

Whoever wins tonight goes through to the next round of the Pakistan Super League 2018.

Updated 13 Mar, 2018

Lahore Qalandars edge out Karachi Kings in one of the greatest T20 matches ever

Last-over six, final-ball gaffe, a super over — the 24th fixture of PSL 2018 had it all.

Updated 12 Mar, 2018

Out of the play-offs race, Lahore Qalandars look for consolation win over Karachi Kings

The Rana Fawad-owned side can no longer qualify for play-offs but can still salvage their pride.

Updated 12 Mar, 2018

Wahab Riaz acknowledges poor display of cricket by Peshawar Zalmi

Placed just above the lowest-ranked Qalandars, Zalmi are now at serious risk of not making it to the playoffs in Lahore.

11 Mar, 2018

Sarfraz plays captain's innings as Quetta defeat Peshawar by six wickets

With two more points to their name, the Gladiators go top of the Pakistan Super League 2018.

Updated 11 Mar, 2018

Karachi Kings clobber Multan Sultans by 63 runs

The port city franchise dominates the 22nd match of the Pakistan Super League 2018.

Updated 10 Mar, 2018

Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings: which of the two teams will end their two-game skid?

With both sides coming into today's showdown with 2 defeats each, the match could be a neck-and-neck fight.

Updated 10 Mar, 2018

Sammy's wicket was a 'magic ball', says United spinner Gohar

Zafar Gohar says team stuck to Misbah's plan; Sammy admits team crumbled under pressure.

10 Mar, 2018

Time to take PSL back to Pakistan: Misbah

“Everyone including board, players and fans understand importance of taking PSL back home," says the United's captain.

Updated 10 Mar, 2018

Patel, Gohar spin out Zalmi as Islamabad United go top of PSL 2018

Capital city side's spin bowlers befuddle defending champions, help mastermind 26-run win.

Updated 10 Mar, 2018

Lahore Qalandars snap eight-match losing streak, defeat Multan Sultans by 6 wickets

A superb spell of death bowling by Shaheen Shah Afridi helps Lahore notch their first win of the ongoing T20 league.

Updated 09 Mar, 2018

PSL showdown: Will the shining Sultans conquer the clueless Qalandars again?

Do the Qalandars have a chance at staging a comeback after their dismal run this season?

Updated 10 Mar, 2018

Undecided about playing in Pakistan, Watson to 'sit down with family' before final call

Watson says Pakistanis' love for the game is a huge consideration when making a decision on whether or not to play here.

09 Mar, 2018

Sohail Tanvir at a loss over his continued absence from Pakistan's T20 squads

I perform all over the world and then when I don't get to represent my country...it's disappointing, says the pacer.

09 Mar, 2018

Quetta deal Karachi their second-straight PSL defeat courtesy Watson’s 90

Aussie veteran’s sublime knock the highlight of a match the Gladiators won by 67 runs.

Updated 09 Mar, 2018

Ronchi rampage condemns Lahore Qalandars to sixth-straight defeat of PSL 2018

Kiwi veteran scores joint-fastest half century of PSL history on his way to a 41-ball 77.

Updated 08 Mar, 2018

Irfan, Hasan and Gul share their opinion on yesterday's Gladiators vs Sultans showdown

Hasan happy, Gul disappointed about Wednesday's match's result.

08 Mar, 2018

Quetta defeat Multan Sultans by two wickets in gladiatorial PSL battle

Last-over six, six-wicket haul, the 17th match of the Pakistan Super League 2018 had it all.

Updated 08 Mar, 2018

'Confident' Gladiators have their tails up for clash with Sultans: Asad Shafiq

Everyone knows how much of a difference winning one match can make, the middle-order batsman says.

07 Mar, 2018

Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators: Will Malik's squad flatten Sarfraz's men again?

The newcomers' good form indicates a repeat performance may be on the cards in Dubai tonight.

Updated 07 Mar, 2018

Injured Andre Russell ruled out of remainder of PSL 2018

West Indian all-rounder had picked up a hamstring injury in Sunday's win over Karachi Kings.

07 Mar, 2018

Multan Sultans go two points clear at the top with 19-run win over Peshawar Zalmi

Inspired by Sohaib Maqsood, the expansion franchise defeat the defending champions for the second time in PSL 2018.

Updated 07 Mar, 2018

Nothing unusual in Ibtisam Sheikh's absence from starting line-up: Zalmi coach

In franchise cricket you mix and match and sometimes you can't use everyone, Mohammad Akram says.

Updated 06 Mar, 2018

Will PSL front-runners Multan Sultans crush defending champs Peshawar Zalmi today?

Both sides will clash in the 16th fixture of the PSL in Dubai today.

06 Mar, 2018

The many blunders of Lahore Qalandars

Going all guns blazing when sniping was the way to go is why the PSL's worst team is possibly the world's worst team.

06 Mar, 2018

Cameron Delport to miss Lahore Qalandars' next game due to mother's demise

South Africa international to leave for Durban on Tuesday.

Updated 06 Mar, 2018

Najam Sethi tells Karachiites to 'get ready' for PSL final

PCB chairman reiterates the T20 event's title-deciding match will be held at National Stadium on March 25.

Updated 05 Mar, 2018

Blistering Islamabad United end Karachi Kings winning streak in PSL 3

United opener Luke Ronchi sets Sharjah alight with some fantastic shots, scoring 71 off 37 balls.

Updated 05 Mar, 2018

Highly competitive cricket being played in Pakistan Super League, says Sangakkara

Leading PSL run-scorer says PSL is "one of the best cricketing leagues out there".

04 Mar, 2018

Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United: Will the blue shirts continue their unbeaten streak?

The Kings are playing their first game on the Sharjah pitch, perhaps their greatest disadvantage against United.

04 Mar, 2018

Qalandars raise question over umpiring standards, DRS

An umpiring error which led to Fakhar's dismissal left the Qalandars reeling at four for two.

Updated 04 Mar, 2018

More misery for Lahore Qalandars, suffer 10-wicket defeat at Peshawar Zalmi's hands

The league's bottom dwellers lose their fifth straight game of PSL 2018.

Updated 04 Mar, 2018

Injured Darren Sammy, Harris Sohail out of PSL 2018 for 'next few days'

Double injury blow for the defending Pakistan Super League champions.

03 Mar, 2018

Multan Sultans slay Quetta Gladiators

Imran Tahir, Sohail Tanvir take six wickets between themselves as the Sultans notch their third win of PSL 2018.

Updated 03 Mar, 2018

Sultans vs Gladiators: Who will shine in today's showdown?

Will Gladiators be able to look past their loss against the Zalmis?

Updated 03 Mar, 2018

Afridi picks up knee injury, ruled out of PSL for 10 days

Karachi Kings star could end up missing a major chunk of PSL 2018

Updated 03 Mar, 2018

Islamabad United break Lahore Qalandars' hearts following PSL's first-ever super over

The 12th match of the Pakistan Super League 2018 was arguably the most thrilling one the tournament has so far seen.

Updated 03 Mar, 2018

PSL players thwart fresh bookie approach: PCB official

The following of the protocol by the players suggest the PCB's bolstering of anti-fixing measures has borne fruit.

Updated 02 Mar, 2018

Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans: Match called off due to rain in Sharjah

A point each awarded to the teams as wet outfield makes play impossible.

Updated 02 Mar, 2018