PCB Reschedules Matches Due to Extreme Weather
In a significant update to the PSL 2025 schedule, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced that the Multan Sultans home match against Karachi Kings on May 1 will now be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Lahore. Originally scheduled in Multan, this change is part of a broader adjustment affecting two matches due to operational concerns and an ongoing heatwave impacting PSL matches.
The second adjustment involves the Quetta Gladiators vs Multan Sultans match, now pushed to May 11. According to the PCB’s official statement, these decisions were taken considering operational challenges, extreme weather conditions, and the departure of key production crew members from India, further complicating PSL logistics.
Multan’s Heatwave Forces Shift to Lahore
Multan, known for its high temperatures, posed a major concern for daytime games. The PCB highlighted that afternoon matches, including Sultans vs Kings, would be severely affected by the heat. Therefore, relocating the Multan Sultans match to Lahore, despite Lahore’s hot weather (only about three degrees cooler), was deemed necessary for player and staff safety.
While fans looking to buy PSL 2025 tickets for the Multan game will now have to redirect to Lahore, the PSL official website and partners are updating all relevant match locations for ticket holders and streaming platforms like PSL live streaming services.
Frustration Mounts for Multan Sultans
According to sources, the Multan Sultans team management is extremely frustrated with the decision. They had proposed moving the match to May 6 to preserve their home ground advantage, but the Karachi Kings objected, citing an overly hectic schedule. Under the proposed adjustment, Kings would have faced three matches at three venues across five days, risking player fatigue.
The PCB mediated between the two franchises and ultimately decided to maintain the original date but move the venue, leaving Multan Sultans feeling marginalized. Many Multan fans who intended to buy Multan Sultans merchandise or attend the match in person expressed disappointment.
Impact on PSL 2025 Standings and Playoff Hopes
The Multan Sultans’ performance in PSL 2025 has been far from ideal. The team, former PSL champions in 2021, currently sits at the bottom of the PSL points table, having lost five of their first six games. This venue change adds another challenge to their campaign as they push for a last-minute playoff berth.
Meanwhile, fans eager to follow the PSL playoff race or check the Multan Sultans next match details can find updates through the PSL 2025 news portal and PSL mobile app download options.
How Heatwaves and Diplomacy Are Affecting PSL 2025
Interestingly, the heatwave in Multan isn’t the only disruption. The India-Pakistan diplomatic tensions have also impacted PSL, leading to the departure of production crew members earlier this week. This added to the logistical challenges that the PCB had to navigate while ensuring the tournament runs smoothly.
Fans planning to attend or book Lahore PSL match tickets for the upcoming games, including the shifted Sultans-Kings clash, are advised to confirm match timings and locations through official channels.
Conclusion: Can Multan Sultans Recover?
As the Multan Sultans playoff hopes hang by a thread, the team needs to win all their remaining matches. Players and fans alike will hope the team can overcome both on-field struggles and off-field challenges, including the loss of a crucial home advantage against Karachi Kings.
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