The 9th Edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League is all set to showcase its cricketing magnificence from 17th February 2024 as PCB has announced the PSL 9 Schedule. This will be held at the headquarters of PCB in Lahore when Lahore Qalandars will meet Islamabad United, the two-time winners, and defending champions. 18th March, the tournament promises an exciting ride through four cities – Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi, ending at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.
HBL PSL 9 Schedule Key Takeaways
Event Commencement: February 17, 2024
Host Cities: Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Rawalpindi
Final Venue: National Bank Stadium, Karachi
HBL PSL 9 Schedule
Here’s the HBL PSL 9 schedule:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| February 17 | Lahore Qalandars v Islamabad United | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| February 18 | Quetta Gladiators v Peshawar Zalmi | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| Multan Sultans v Karachi Kings | Multan Cricket Stadium | |
| February 19 | Lahore Qalandars v Quetta Gladiators | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| February 20 | Multan Sultans v Islamabad United | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| February 21 | Peshawar Zalmi v Karachi Kings | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| Multan Sultans v Lahore Qalandars | Multan Cricket Stadium | |
| February 22 | Quetta Gladiators v Islamabad United | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| February 23 | Multan Sultans v Peshawar Zalmi | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| February 24 | Lahore Qalandars v Karachi Kings | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| February 25 | Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators | Multan Cricket Stadium |
| Lahore Qalandars v Peshawar Zalmi | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore | |
| February 26 | Peshawar Zalmi v Islamabad United | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| February 27 | Lahore Qalandars v Multan Sultans | Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
| February 28 | Karachi Kings v Islamabad United | National Bank Stadium |
| February 29 | Karachi Kings v Quetta Gladiators | National Bank Stadium |
| March 2 | Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| Islamabad United v Quetta Gladiators | Pindi Cricket Stadium | |
| March 3 | Karachi Kings v Multan Sultans | National Bank Stadium |
| March 4 | Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 5 | Peshawar Zalmi v Multan Sultans | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 6 | Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars | Pindi Cricket Stadium | |
| March 7 | Islamabad United v Karachi Kings | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 8 | Peshawar Zalmi v Quetta Gladiators | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 9 | Karachi Kings v Lahore Qalandars | National Bank Stadium |
| March 10 | Islamabad United v Multan Sultans | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Qalandars | National Bank Stadium | |
| March 11 | Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi | National Bank Stadium |
| March 12 | Quetta Gladiators v Multan Sultans | National Bank Stadium |
| March 14 | Qualifier (1 v 2) | National Bank Stadium |
| March 15 | Eliminator 1 (3 v 4) | National Bank Stadium |
| March 16 | Eliminator 2 (Eliminator Winner v Q Runner-up) | National Bank Stadium |
| March 18 | Final | National Bank Stadium |
Karachi: The Epicenter of Action
There will be a magnificent total of 11 as Karachi, the cricketing hub, will witness the Qualifier, two Eliminators and the grand final. The intensity will be at its peak in Karachi, as cricket buffs gather at the National Bank Stadium to see the climax of the tournament. Karachiites are in a high fervor for cricket and this season is going to be like a feast for the dwellers of the city. PSL 9 Draft: Everything You Need to Know.
Lahore and Rawalpindi: A Cricketing Odyssey
Nine matches each will be played in Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium and Rawalpindi’s Pindi Cricket Stadiums these are not just venues, but battlegrounds. The thunderous stands, the pulsating aura – Lahore and Rawalpindi are geared up to present a memorable cricketing journey. 24th February and 9th March will be a notable showdown between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings, giving even more thrills to cricket lovers.
Multan: City of Saints Welcomes Cricket
Multan, known as the city of saints, will embrace the cricketing fervor with five matches. The Multan Cricket Stadium will witness thrilling encounters, providing a unique experience for fans in this historic city. PSL 9 Venue: Unveiling the Cricket Carnival Across Pakistan.
Home Ground Battles
The five matches will be played on the home grounds of the five teams Kings, Qalandars, Sultans, and United. Peshawar Zalmi will take part in four games at the Pindi Cricket Stadium, while Quetta Gladiators, living up to their nomadic nature, will play in three different cities.
Two Legs, One Spectacle
In the ninth HBL PSL edition, like the previous one, it takes the form of the two legs. The battles start from 17th to 27th February at Multan Cricket Stadium and Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. The action then moves to Pindi Cricket Stadium and National Bank Stadium in Karachi where 16 matches will be played between 28 February and 12 March 2019. The climax of the tournament will be in Karachi with the glittering playoffs dazzling the cricketing world.
Testimony from PCB Management Committee Chair, Mr. Zaka Ashraf
Mr. Zaka Ashraf, the Chair of the PCB Management Committee commented on this, “We are delighted to reveal that the HBL Pakistan Super League’s ninth edition begins on February 17, presenting the world-class T20 cricket in four cities of Pakistan. The choice to have the mega event in these cities reflects our dedication to take quality cricket to cricket loving fans across the nation.
We believe that this move will not only increase the spirit of the fans but also foster cricket amongst the common masses. As we prepare ourselves for this great event, we eagerly wait to catch some real thrilling action and provide memorable moments to all cricket fans around the world.” PSL 9 Draft Updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many matches will be played in Karachi during HBL PSL 9?
Karachi will host a total of 11 matches, including the Qualifier, two Eliminators, and the final.
2. Which teams will play at their home grounds for five matches each?
Kings, Qalandars, Sultans, and United will play five matches each at their respective home grounds.
3. Where will the final of HBL PSL 9 take place?
The final will be held at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on 18th March 2024.
4. How many matches are scheduled in Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium and Rawalpindi’s Pindi Cricket Stadium?
Both venues will host nine matches each during the tournament.
5. When is the much-anticipated match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings scheduled?
The clash is set to take place on 24th February at Gaddafi Stadium and on 9th March at the National Bank Stadium.