HBL-PSL-12 to be held from March 18 to May 2, 2027

By LAHORE: Pakistan's biggest cricket event is coming back, as HBL-PSL on Thursday confirmed that the 12th edition of the tournament will be held from 18th March to 2nd May 2027, with all eight franchises returning to compete for the coveted title. The window was determined following extensive consultation with all key stakeholders after the PSL Governing Council meeting held in London on 1st September 2026, attended by owners and representatives of all eight HBL-PSL franchises. HBL-PSL-12 will build on a landmark 2026 season that broke new ground — eight teams competed for the first time, a first-ever player auction replaced the draft system and the Final at Gaddafi Stadium drew a record crowd of 32,461. Peshawar Zalmi was crowned champions after beating debutants Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets on 3rd May 2026, ending a nine-year wait for the title. With the window now confirmed, a series of marquee milestones will follow including direct signings, retention announcements, the trade window and the player auction, each one a moment for fans to look forward to as the competition takes shape. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said, 'HBL-PSL-11 showed the world what this league is capable of – thrilling moments that had the whole nation transfixed, record crowds, record broadcasts. HBL-PSL-12 will raise the bar further. We are committed to delivering another outstanding season and look forward to seeing all eight franchises compete once again for the title.' HBL PSL CEO Salman Naseer, 'Last season changed what people expect from this league and we intend to meet every one of those expectations in 2027. Today's announcement is only the first step, Direct signings, retentions, the trade window and the auction will each bring their own excitement in the months ahead. Eight teams eight squads hungry to go one better and millions of fans across Pakistan and the world already counting down the days. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026