The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued stringent directives to the curators at Pindi Cricket Stadium for the upcoming matches of PSL 2024, instructing them to prepare “moderate” pitches. This move aims to strike a balance between favoring both batters and bowlers, departing from the historically high-scoring matches witnessed at the venue.
Pindi stadium’s pitches have traditionally leaned towards batters, resulting in matches with substantial run totals. However, the PCB is determined to alter this perception by introducing pitches that provide equal opportunities for bowlers to shine.
The decision to eradicate the “flat pitches” tag associated with Pindi stadium underscores the PCB’s commitment to fostering an environment supportive of bowlers as well. Despite this adjustment, there are no plans to reduce the boundary size, ensuring an equitable contest between batters and bowlers while enhancing the spectator experience.
For PSL 9, a total of five pitches will be utilized at Pindi stadium, with matches scheduled from March 2nd to March 10th, 2024. The fixtures promise thrilling encounters between powerhouse teams such as Peshawar Zalmi, Lahore Qalandars, Islamabad United, Quetta Gladiators, Multan Sultans, and Karachi Kings.
Among the notable matchups scheduled for March 2nd, 2024, are Peshawar Zalmi versus Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United versus Quetta Gladiators. These fixtures are anticipated to set the tone for an exhilarating tournament as teams vie for supremacy in the PSL 9 season. With the PCB’s emphasis on balanced pitches, spectators can expect captivating battles between bat and ball at Pindi Cricket Stadium during the upcoming matches.
Remaining PSL schedule
| Date | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| March 2 | Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| Islamabad United v Quetta Gladiators | Pindi Cricket Stadium | |
| March 4 | Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 5 | Peshawar Zalmi v Multan Sultans | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 6 | Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars | Pindi Cricket Stadium | |
| March 7 | Islamabad United v Karachi Kings | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 8 | Peshawar Zalmi v Quetta Gladiators | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| March 10 | Islamabad United v Multan Sultans | Pindi Cricket Stadium |
| Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Qalandars | National Bank Stadium |
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