The release of the anthem for season 9 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has garnered attention, featuring renowned singers Ali Zafar and Aima Baig.
Titled “Khul k Khel,” the anthem was entirely crafted by Ali Zafar, who handled its writing, composition, and production. The accompanying video showcased glimpses of all six participating teams and highlighted memorable moments from the previous edition of the league.
“Get set for the season’s ultimate anthem! Presenting the HBL PSL Anthem Reveal! Embracing a nation full of passion, for those who embrace life with joy and love, this HBL PSL, join us in singing along and letting loose. Unleash your enjoyment, cheer wholeheartedly, and most importantly, #KhulKeKhel pyaray!!” – this was the description accompanying the video.
The ninth season of the PSL is poised to kick off on February 17, 2024, at the PCB’s headquarters in Lahore. The opening clash will pit the two-time champions and reigning titleholders, Lahore Qalandars, against Islamabad United, champions of the 2016 and 2018 editions.
This prestigious cricketing extravaganza will unfold across four cities—Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi—culminating in the grand final at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium on March 18. With six teams in contention, the tournament will feature a total of 34 T20 matches.
Karachi will play host to 11 matches throughout the competition, including the Qualifier, two Eliminators, and the final. Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi will each stage nine matches, while Multan, renowned as the city of saints, will witness five exciting encounters.
PSL 9 Schedule complete schedule
- February 17, 2024 Lahore Qalandars v Islamabad United, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 18, 2024 Quetta Gladiators v Peshawar Zalmi, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore; Multan Sultans v Karachi Kings, Multan Cricket Stadium
- February 19, 2024 Lahore Qalandars v Quetta Gladiators, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 20, 2024 Multan Sultans v Islamabad United, Multan Cricket Stadium
- February 21, 2024 Peshawar Zalmi v Karachi Kings, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore; Multan Sultans v Lahore Qalandars, Multan Cricket Stadium
- February 22, 2024 Quetta Gladiators v Islamabad United, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 23, 2024 Multan Sultans v Peshawar Zalmi, Multan Cricket Stadium
- February 24, 2024 Lahore Qalandars v Karachi Kings, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 25, 2024 Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators, Multan Cricket Stadium; Lahore Qalandars v Peshawar Zalmi, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 26, 2024 Peshawar Zalmi v Islamabad United, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 27, 2024 Lahore Qalandars v Multan Sultans, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore
- February 28, 2024 Karachi Kings v Islamabad United, National Bank Stadium
- February 29, 2024 Karachi Kings v Quetta Gladiators, National Bank Stadium
- March 2, 2024 Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars, Pindi Cricket Stadium; Islamabad United v Quetta Gladiators, Pindi Cricket Stadium
- March 3, 2024 Karachi Kings v Multan Sultans, National Bank Stadium
- March 4, 2024 Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi, Pindi Cricket Stadium
- March 5, 2024 Peshawar Zalmi v Multan Sultans, Pindi Cricket Stadium
- March 6, 2024 Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings, Pindi Cricket Stadium; Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars, Pindi Cricket Stadium
- March 7, 2024 Islamabad United v Karachi Kings, Pindi Cricket Stadium
- March 8, 2024 Peshawar Zalmi v Quetta Gladiators, Pindi Cricket Stadium
- March 9, 2024 Karachi Kings v Lahore Qalandars, National Bank Stadium
- March 10, 2024 Islamabad United v Multan Sultans, Pindi Cricket Stadium; Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Qalandars, National Bank Stadium
- March 11, 2024 Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi, National Bank Stadium
- March 12, 2024 Quetta Gladiators v Multan Sultans, National Bank Stadium
- March 14, 2024 Qualifier (1 v 2), National Bank Stadium
- March 15, 2024 Eliminator 1 (3 v 4), National Bank Stadium
- March 16, 2024 Eliminator 2 (Eliminator Winner v Qualifier Runner-up), National Bank Stadium
- March 18, 2024 Final, National Bank Stadium
