The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finalised the February-March window for staging the ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024, the franchise-based Twenty20 cricket league.
On Monday, the PSL governing council meeting was presided by Zaka Ashraf, chairman of the PCB Management Committee. It was decided that the next ninth edition of the PSL will be held between February 8 to March 24 next year however, the final schedule of the league will be confirmed in the next meeting of the governing council.
Meanwhile, it was also decided that the PSL 9 will be played between six teams. Moreover, the participants, including franchisees’ representatives, were also briefed on a report pertaining to the PSL 8.
Issues related to digital, media rights and other commercial assets tender processes were discussed in the meeting. The PCB said that it will continue to explore opportunities for women’s league or exhibition matches during the tournament and that the board will continue to work closely with the franchises to explore alternative venues as a part of contingency planning.
Also, the huddle also remembered late Alamgir Tareen, former owner of Multan Sultans, acknowledging his contribution towards Pakistan cricket was praised, the board said in a statement.
“He [Alamgir] was known for this dedication, passion, and remarkable contributions to cricket and will be missed,” Zaka Ashraf said in a statement.
Acknowledging the board’s efforts, franchises appreciated the effort of the PCB, government agencies and all stakeholders who helped in the delivery of the event at four venues across Pakistan.
Notably, PSL 8 culminated in March earlier this year where Shaheen Shah Afridi-led Lahore Qalandars lifted the coveted trophy after beating Multan Sultans in the final.