The drafts of the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will be hosted by the port city of Gwadar, Balochistan, for the first time.
An announcement issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) states, “The Pakistan Cricket Board today announces the port city Gwadar as host for the Player Draft of 10th edition of HBL Pakistan Super League. The ceremony that kicks off the league’s festivities will take place on Saturday, January 11 2025. The start timing of the event will be shared in due course.”
Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi said, “Gwadar, with its magnificent coastline and strategic importance, is the heart of Pakistan’s economic future. By hosting the HBL PSL Player Draft here, we aim to highlight its cultural and economic importance.”
“I look forward to welcoming all the franchises and relevant stakeholders to the beautiful city of Gwadar on January 11 as we take a major step towards the start of the 10th edition of Pakistan’s biggest sporting event,” he added.
PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer said, “I am very proud to announce Gwadar as the host city for the Player Draft. This move reflects our commitment to expanding the reach of PSL to every corner of Pakistan and showcasing the beauty of Pakistan to the world.”
The PCB did not share the time and venue of the opening ceremony in its press release. The relegation and retention of players will be announced in late December.