After a brief suspension due to regional tensions, HBL PSL X is set to resume on Saturday, 17 May 2025, reigniting the passion of millions of cricket fans across Pakistan and beyond.
The much-anticipated clash between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will mark the official restart of the tournament, which will now run until the grand final on 25 May at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Key Fixtures and Highlights
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) will come back with a bang, featuring intense matchups and back-to-back thrillers:
🗓️ Match Schedule:
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17 May (Sat): Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi – Rawalpindi
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18 May (Sun – Double Header):
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3:00 PM: Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators
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8:00 PM: Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars – Rawalpindi
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19 May (Mon): Islamabad United vs Karachi Kings – Rawalpindi
🏆 Playoffs in Lahore:
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21 May (Wed): Qualifier – Gaddafi Stadium
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22 May (Thu): Eliminator 1 – Gaddafi Stadium
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23 May (Fri): Eliminator 2 – Gaddafi Stadium
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25 May (Sun): Grand Final – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
All evening matches begin at 7:30 PM local time, with the exception of the 18 May afternoon game at 3:00 PM and the evening fixture at 8:00 PM the same day.
Buzz on Social Media
The official PSL Instagram page hyped the return with:
“The wait is over! ⌛️ #HBLPSLX is coming back to light up the stadiums and settle the scores! 🏟️”
– @thepsl on Instagram
Fans are flooding the comments, gearing up for a thrilling end to what’s been a disrupted yet fiercely competitive season.
Tickets and Streaming Info
🎟️ Tickets:
Fans can book their tickets soon via pcb.tcs.com.pk. An official announcement regarding ticket sales is expected shortly.
📺 Streaming:
Matches will be broadcast live on major sports channels and streaming platforms (Check local listings for details).
Why It Matters
The revised schedule brings high-stakes drama, with teams jostling for playoff spots and momentum. For fans in Rawalpindi and Lahore, it’s a golden opportunity to witness cricketing fireworks live in stadiums.