The name of the lead singer for the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has been revealed, just weeks before the tournament begins on March 26.
The announcement came through the league’s official social media platforms with the caption, “A new era. A legendary voice. Atif Aslam leads the HBL PSL anthem.”
The anthem carries the theme “Bat Pe Khelenge,” which highlights the energy and passion of cricket.
This instance marks the second time Atif Aslam will headline a PSL anthem. He previously performed the season seven anthem “Agay Dekh” alongside Aima Baig, which became very popular among fans.
The official anthem is expected to release on Chaand Raat, building anticipation ahead of the tournament.
The upcoming PSL season will run from March 26 to May 3 and will span 39 days. This edition will feature an expanded format with eight teams. Along with the six existing franchises, two new teams, RawalPindiz and Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen, will join the competition.
A total of 44 matches will take place during the tournament. Defending champions Lahore Qalandars will face Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen in the opening match at Gaddafi Stadium on March 26.
Each team will play ten matches in the group stage, with the top four sides advancing to the playoffs. The final will take place at Gaddafi Stadium on May 3, while May 4 has been reserved as a backup day.
The schedule includes six double-headers, with three set to be played in Lahore. Matches will be held across six venues, including Gaddafi Stadium, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Iqbal Stadium, National Bank Stadium and Multan Cricket Stadium.
Faisalabad and Peshawar will host PSL matches for the first time. Iqbal Stadium will stage seven games, while Arbab Niaz Stadium, also known as Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, will host a match between Peshawar Zalmi and Pindiz on March 28.
Gaddafi Stadium will host the highest number of matches with 15 fixtures, followed by Rawalpindi with 11, Faisalabad with seven, Karachi with six and Multan with four.