The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 matches are likely to be relocated outside the subcontinent, with Dubai and Doha being considered as potential venues for the remainder of the tournament.

This potential move comes in response to ongoing diplomatic tensions between neighboring countries, which have created uncertainty over hosting the remaining fixtures in Pakistan.

Meanwhile, Karachi' s National Bank Stadium, which is currently hosting Women's T20 Cup, is also being considered as an interim domestic solution to host the rest of the tournament, which was originally scheduled to take place in Rawalpindi, Multan and Lahore.

However, a final decision is expected to be announced soon.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is currently engaged in critical discussions with franchise owners to finalise new arrangements. Several high-level meetings are underway to explore all viable options.

Regarding Rawalpindi, sources indicate that multiple scheduling scenarios are being evaluated for the four remaining matches initially slated to be held there.

A crucial meeting is scheduled between the Ministry of Interior and officials from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to assess the situation and its potential impact on the tournament.

The meeting will determine whether the PSL matches will continue as planned or be suspended, according to sources close to the matter.

The security situation, including the closure of airspace, is expected to complicate the logistics of hosting the matches. Sources indicate that these developments could lead to further delays or cancellations.

As the situation evolves, there is an increasing possibility that the PSL matches may be postponed, depending on the outcomes of the meeting and any additional developments in the region.

The ongoing tenth edition of the PSL (PSL 10) is nearing its final stage, with just four knockout matches and four playoff matches remaining.

The ongoing tenth edition of the PSL is nearing its final stage, with just four knockout matches and four playoff games remaining.

PSL fixture postponed

The HBL PSL match scheduled for Thursday in Rawalpindi between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi has been postponed, according to reports.

The decision was made following a meeting between officials from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), team franchise owners, and players. The meeting reportedly discussed the evolving security situation and the impact of regional tensions.

Sources indicate that the PCB is considering relocating all remaining PSL 10 matches to Karachi to ensure player safety and reduce logistical complications.

Meanwhile, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated further on Thursday after a drone crashed near Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Security forces quickly sealed off the area, with initial reports suggesting the drone may have been used for surveillance.

It is pertinent to mention that Quetta Gladiators became the first team to qualify for the playoffs and currently lead the points table with six wins, two defeats, and one no-result due to rain in nine games.

Karachi Kings sit second with five wins and three losses in eight games, earning 10 points, while defending champions Islamabad United are third with five wins and four losses from nine games, also with 10 points.

Lahore Qalandars are in fourth place with four wins and four losses, totaling nine points, while Peshawar Zalmi sit fifth with eight points, having won four matches.

Multan Sultans are already out of playoff contention with one win and eight losses in nine games.

Rossouw, Hasan hit tons as Gladiators win

Rilee Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz struck magnificent centuries in Quetta Gladiators' 109-run triumph over Islamabad United here at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in 26th match of the HBL PSL X on Wednesday night.

Quetta Gladiators were propelled to 263-3 in 20 overs - the highest ever team total in HBL PSL history, bettering Multan Sultans 262-3 at the same venue in March 2023. Rossouw and Hasan also became the first pair of batters to score centuries in the same innings in HBL PSL