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PCB announce prize money for PSL 5 winners

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday confirmed the prize pool for the 5th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) which starts on Thursday, February 20. PSL 5 PRIZE POOL ANNOUNCED BY PCB PCB have announced that the total prize pool of US $1million for the fifth outing of the PSL franchise. The winner of the grand finale, which will take center stage at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will collect a colossal cheque of US $500,000 along with a stunning trophy. The runners-up will get US $200,000. The…

Du Plessis, Rabada back in South African squad

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“Faf du Plessis returns to squad for Australia series. ©AFP” /> Johannesburg (AFP) – Former captain Faf du Plessis and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada will return to the South African squad for a three-match Twenty20 series against Australia, starting at the Wanderers Stadium on Friday. Du Plessis, who announced earlier on Monday that he was stepping down from the captaincy, is part of a 16-man squad to be captained by Quinton de Kock. Both Du Plessis and Rabada were rested from one-day and T20 series against England following a Test…

HBL PSL 2020 to carry total prize money of US$1million

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COURTESY BY: https://www.pcb.com.pk/ HBL Pakistan Super League 2020, the biggest cricket spectacle in Pakistan since the 2008 Asia Cup, will carry a total prize money of US$1million, it was announced today. The winners of the 22 March final under Gaddafi Stadium lights will collect a cheque of U$500K along with a glittering and brand new trophy, while the runner-up will receive a cheque of US$200K. In addition to the above, there will be number of other cash awards, including U$4,500 each to all the 34 player of the matches. Furthermore,…

Karachi Kings: Players to watch out for in PSL5

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The main problem facing Karachi Kings, who are yet to reach the final of the Pakistan Super League, is their players’ inability to play well together. The Karachi side boast some of the best players in the country but have struggled to translate that into tangible success so far. The side features arguably Pakistan’s best T20I batsman in Babar Azam, Pakistan’s best T20I bowler in Muhammad Amir and their best T20I all-rounder in Imad Wasim. They once again look like one of the strongest teams in the league this season,…

PSL5 opening ceremony to feature 350 artists

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The lineup of artists that will perform in the opening ceremony of the Pakistan Super League 2020 has been announced. “As many as 350 artists will perform in the opening ceremony of the PSL 2020 which will be held at Karachi’s National Stadium on Thursday,” a Pakistan Cricket Board press release read. “The metropolitan city is expected to be set alight as artists from different music genres – Sufi, pop, rock, bhangra and folk – will come together to perform at what will be the biggest opening ceremony in the…

PSL 2020: List of live stream services where matches will be broadcast

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday announced that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 will be broadcast online, meaning that the fans of the league in Pakistan as well as across the globe can tune in to watch all the action live. Here is a list of the streaming services and broadcast partners where PSL will be available to be seen: Pakistan: BSports on YouTube, cricketgateway.pk, Tapmad, Jazz TV and Mjunoon.tv. UK: Hum Masala and cricketgateway.com USA: Willow TV and cricketgateway.com Caribbean: Flow Sports, flowsports.co and cricketgateway.com Canada: Willow TV…

PSL 2020: Islamabad United’s Colin Ingram excited to play in ‘spirited’ Pakistan

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South African cricketer Colin Ingram says he is ready for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 in the “very spirited country” of Pakistan. In a video message released by his PSL franchise Islamabad United, Ingram has also reminded cricket fans in Pakistan to reserve their tickets before “they’re all sold out”. “It is going to be a fantastic experience again. It’s great to be coming back to a very spirited country,” said the 34-year-old top-order batsman from Port Elizabeth. “I think it is going to be an iconic tournament…

Shahid Afridi welcomes fifth daughter

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Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Friday took to Twitter to reveal that he is now a father of five daughters. Lala shared a picture on the social media site featuring the newborn along with his four other daughters. “The Almighty’s infinite blessings & mercy are upon me…already having been granted 4 wonderful daughters I have now been blessed with a 5th,” the post read. “Alhamdulillah. Sharing this good news with my well-wishers.” Shahid Afridi ✔@SAfridiOfficial The Almighty’s infinite blessings & mercy are upon me…already having been granted 4 wonderful…

PSL 2020: New trophy to be unveiled on February 19

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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 trophy is set to be unveiled on February 19 at Karachi’s National Stadium, reported Daily Jang. According to the Urdu daily, the unveiling ceremony will take place at 3:30pm. The PSL 2020 is set to begin on February 20 at Karachi’s National Stadium. The PSL has a history of getting its crystal-laden trophies made by Swarovski in Dubai. The opening match of PSL 2020 will see defending champions Quetta Gladiators take on Islamabad United. PSL 2020: New trophy to be unveiled on February 19

PSL 2020: PCB introduces Urdu commentary to bring local fans closer to game

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced that the commentary during the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 will be partially in Urdu. The commentary panel, which includes Ramiz Raja, Bazid Khan, Waqar Younis and Urooj Mumtaz, will be conversing in Urdu for five overs every innings, which will be carried to local feeds, the board said in a press release. The initiative is part of the PCB’s plan to provide improved coverage to its local fans and followers, allowing people to get closer to the event and the…