NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed that fans will be allowed to attend the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 final.
Naqvi, who also serves as the country’s Home Minister, stated on social media that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has “graciously approved” the attendance of spectators at the May 3 final, which will be held in Lahore.
The 2026 PSL season had previously been played behind closed doors after authorities urged restrictions on public movement due to rising fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict.
Amid the situation, Pakistan’s government had advised citizens to limit travel and working from home as part of broader efforts to manage fuel consumption.
Naqvi said that while Sharif was leaning towards allowing fans into the stadium, the prime minister also emphasized that austerity measures remain in place across the country to reduce fuel use.
On the cricket front, Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi, Multan Sultans and three-time champions Islamabad United have already secured their playoff spots ahead of next week’s knockout phase.
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Defending champions Lahore Qalandars, newcomers Hyderabad Kingmen and Karachi Kings are still fighting for the fourth and final playoff spot.