Due to the Champions Trophy in February next year, we might think that a possible clash between PSL and IPL in 2025 will be seen. PSL 2025 will possibly start from 17 April 2024 as PCB suggests the window for PSL 10 from 7th April 2025 to 20th May 2025. PCB also plans to attract more overseas players and can offer to sign the agreement in the Platinum category with extra rewards. According to the sources, PCB can offer the amount of 3 to 4 lac Dollars to those who will sign early. It is necessary to mention that the current amount for the Platinum category is $200,000.
PCB wants to take protective measures as the clash between PSL and IPL. Due to the IPL 2025, the availability of the players must be an issue for the Pakistan Cricket Board. According to the sources, PCB and PSL management, jointly make a list of 6 to 12 players, who confirm their availability for PSL 10. It may help the PCB to tackle this issue. These players have the status of marque players and can be picked from the Platinum category. But, the Franchises have to pay more to those players who come in the marque status.
PCB also plans to play the playoffs of PSL 2025 at the neutral venues. According to the sources, the four playoff matches can be played in England at 3 different venues. This decision will help the PCB in different matters and can be profitable.
In the broadcaster list, the important broadcasters are also from England and it will benefit the Pakistan Super League. Further, with the inclusion of 2 more franchises in PSL 11, PCB can take benefit from the England market. The reason for this venue is to attract the fans of Pakistan & India. PCB highlighted this issue and will be most concerned to discuss it in the governing council meeting. The meeting can be expected to be held in the third week of May.
All depends upon the PCB management, on how to takeover with a possible clash between PSL and IPL in 2025. The possible window for PSL will be from 7th April 2025 to so on. PSL proposes a plan to attract overseas players with marquee status. PCB wants an early agreement with overseas players and offers an almost double amount of the Platinum category.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the reason behind to delay of the PSL 10 2025?
Due to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in February, PCB has to delay the PSL season 10.
What will be the expected date of PSL 10?
PCB proposes the window from 7th April 2025 to 20th May 2025.
What is the Marquee status offered by the Pakistan Cricket Board?
PCB wants to sign the agreement early with the offer of extra money. PCB will pay 3 – 4 lac dollars to those who sign the agreement early. While the current amount for the Platinum category is $ 200000. It is necessary to mention that players can only choose at PSL Draft 2025 from the Platinum category.