England rejects hosting PSL 10 playoffs, final
Asher Butt
The Pakistan
Cricket Board (PCB) has faced a setback in its plans to hold the playoffs and
final of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 in a foreign country. England,
initially considered a frontrunner, on the desire of the franchise owners, for
hosting the marquee matches, has declined the offer.
According to PSL sources,
the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) cited scheduling conflicts as the
primary reason for turning down the PCB's proposal. With the English cricket
calendar already packed, they were unable to accommodate the PSL matches.
The PCB is now
exploring alternative venues for the playoffs and final. The United Arab
Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a potential option, but the scorching summer
temperatures in May pose a significant challenge.
The decision to hold
the PSL playoffs abroad was made in an effort to enhance the league's global
appeal and provide a more neutral venue for the final. However, the development
would spoil the works for the PCB.
Meanwhile, the
franchise owners remain dissatisfied with their share of profits from the ninth
edition and have demanded an early governing council meeting to address their
concerns.
The PCB is under
pressure to find a suitable venue for the PSL playoffs while also resolving the
issues raised by the franchise owners.
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