PSL 12 Will Be Bigger and Better: PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi

Web Desk
May 6, 2026

LAHORE – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has made a major announcement for Pakistan Super League fans, revealing that new cities will be added as venues for next year’s edition of the tournament.

Speaking after the conclusion of HBL PSL 11, which saw Peshawar Zalmi crowned champions in front of a record-breaking crowd at Gaddafi Stadium, Naqvi promised that PSL 12 will be even bigger and better.

‘New Cities Will Get Hosting Rights’

“PSL 12 will be larger and improved. More cities in Pakistan will also get hosting rights,” Naqvi announced.

The PSL 11 final at Gaddafi Stadium witnessed a historic turnout, with the venue completely sold out. The record attendance of 32,461 spectators was the highest for any PSL match in the tournament’s history.

Gratitude to Lahore Crowd

Naqvi specifically thanked the people of Lahore for their passionate support throughout the tournament, especially during the final.

“The people of Lahore have proven their love for cricket. They watched the match with incredible discipline and supported both teams wholeheartedly,” the PCB Chairman said.

PSL 11: A Resounding Success

PSL 11 was widely regarded as one of the most successful editions of the tournament. Key highlights included:

Achievement	Detail
Record Final Attendance	32,461 fans at Gaddafi Stadium
Host Cities	Lahore and Karachi
Champions	Peshawar Zalmi (2nd title)
Debut Franchise	Hyderabad Kings Men (reached final)
Viewership	Record-breaking broadcast numbers

New Venues for PSL 12

While specific cities have not yet been named, the inclusion of new venues marks a significant expansion from PSL 11, which was restricted to only two host cities (Lahore and Karachi) due to austerity measures amid the Middle East crisis.

Potential cities that could be included in PSL 12:

• Rawalpindi / Islamabad – Pindi Cricket Stadium
• Multan – Multan Cricket Stadium
• Faisalabad – Iqbal Stadium
• Quetta – Bugti Stadium (pending security clearance)

A Word on Austerity

PSL 11 was originally planned to be held across six cities, but due to the economic situation and austerity measures, the PCB reduced the number of host cities to two. Naqvi had previously stated that this decision saved significant resources while still delivering a high-quality tournament.

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Looking Ahead

Fans across Pakistan will eagerly await confirmation of which new cities will be included in PSL 12. The expansion is expected to bring top-tier cricketing action closer to more Pakistanis, further strengthening the bond between the league and its passionate supporters.