Eight-team PSL 12 to be played from March 18 to May 2 next year
The Pakistan Cricket Board has confirmed that the 12th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will take place from March 18 to May 2, 2027. The tournament will maintain its expanded eight-team format following the success of the previous season.
Why it matters
The PSL is a major economic and cultural event in Pakistan, and the confirmation of dates allows for the commencement of player auctions and trade windows.
Eight-team PSL 12 to be played from March 18 to May 2 next year left File - Babar Azam (L) receives the PSL title from PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi (C) in 2026. AFP AFP https://ss-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/ffn6my/article71558599.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/AFP__20260503__A9P4647__v1__HighRes__CricketPakPslT20HyderabadPeshawarPodium.jpg ARIF ALI Pakistan’s cricket player and Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam (L) receives the winning trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi (C) after winning the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Twenty20 final match against Hyderabad Kingsmen at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on May 4, 2026. (Photo by Arif ALI / AFP) The dates were finalised at the PSL Governing Council meeting in London on September 1, attended by owners and representatives of all eight franchises. Islamabad The 12th edition of the Pakistan Super League will be held from March 18 to May 2 next year, with the tournament retaining its expanded eight-team format for a second successive season.
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