Lahore (Web Desk): In the opening match of Pakistan Super League's (PSL) ninth season, Lahore Qalandars will face Islamabad United at 7:30 pm in Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Saturday.
Earlier on Tuesday, the HBL PSL 9 Orion trophy was unveiled at the sprawling Polo ground fields at the Race Course Park in Punjab’s capital.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, franchise owners, HBL representatives and star cricketers attended the ceremony.
Addressing the opening ceremony, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi hailed the fact that HBL PSL continues to be a success story for Pakistan cricket, adding that he looked forward to a month-long celebration of the beautiful game of cricket and the excitement and drama that accompanies it.
“I would like to thank the title sponsor of the league HBL, they truly have uplifted the game of cricket in our country through their support and have become synonymous with the name of the league. All the successes over the past eight years are a testament to HBL’s commitment to the Pakistan Super League,” he added.