The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 resumed on May 17th after a temporary suspension due to geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan. The final stages of the league will take place in Rawalpindi and Lahore, and on May 25th, the grand finale will take place in Lahore.
🏏 PSL 2025: A Resilient Comeback
The return of the PSL is a key moment for cricket fans, indicating the sport’s resilience in difficult situations. The league was played during a break in an incident on an Indian drone near the Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, spending security concerns and forced foreign players to leave the country. Despite these challenges, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to continue the tournament in Germany and has strengthened its commitment to the league’s integrity.
The PSL has always been in the domestic T20 league or higher. It represents the heart of Pakistani cricket. It’s a platform that brings together international stars, ambitious talent and millions of passionate fans. Rebooting after suspension is a clear message. Cricket is not silent due to adversity. The team had to reorganize their strategies, search for local backups, and mentally reset to the rest of the match. The current challenge is to be rhythm and focus as you compete for a place in the playoffs.
📅 Remaining Schedule & Key Dates
The final eight matches of PSL 2025 are scheduled as follows:
- May 17–19: League matches in Rawalpindi.
- May 21: Eliminator 1 in Lahore.
- May 23: Eliminator 2 in Lahore.
- May 25: Final at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore .
Quetta Gladiators have already secured a playoff spot with 13 points. Karachi Kings, Islamabad United, Lahore Qalandars, and Peshawar Zalmi are competing for the remaining three playoff positions, while Multan Sultans have been eliminated from contention .
🌍 Foreign Players and Team Dynamics
The suspension has resulted in several foreign players reconsidering participation. In particular, South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch has moved from Peshawar Zarmi to Mumbai Indians, Australia’s Mitchell Owen and New Zealand Pacer
Kyle Jamieson to Punjab Koenigen and Sri Lanka Mendis Manta Mujalta Matas Matan Matan Gladys. These shifts affected the team’s
composition, and the rest of the games gave an element of unpredictability.
🥇 Current Standings and Team Status
The Quetta Gladiators have already booked their place in the playoffs with 13 points.