PM Shehbaz allows fans at PSL playoffs with fuel-saving condition

Interior Minister and Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said on Monday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved public attendance for all three playoff matches of the Pakistan Super League.

In a post on X, Naqvi shared details of his meeting with the prime minister, saying, “Just had a meeting with PM Shehbaz, and I am pleased to share that we have secured his approval for public attendance in all three PSL playoff matches as well.”

Tweet by Mohsin Naqvi

He added that the approval comes with a condition aimed at conserving fuel. “However, this comes with an important condition from his side that fans are strongly encouraged to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption while attending the matches, in line with the ongoing national austerity efforts,” Naqvi said.

He said that the prime minister also extended his best wishes to the four teams taking part in the playoffs. “Looking forward to some exciting and entertaining cricket ahead,” he added.

The three playoff fixtures are scheduled to take place this week ahead of the final on Sunday. On Tuesday, Islamabad United will take on Peshawar Zalmi in Karachi, while Hyderabad Kingsmen will face Multan Sultans in Lahore on Wednesday.

The loser of the first playoff will then compete against the winner of the second match in Lahore on Friday to decide the remaining finalist.