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PSL 2026: Closed‑Door League Starts March 26, Broadcast‑Only

The PSL 2026 begins March 26 in a closed‑door, broadcast‑first format, with all 44 matches played at Lahore and Karachi. The opening game sees Lahore Qalandars take on Hyderabad Kingsmen at Gaddafi Stadium at 7:30 pm IST.

The Pakistan Super League 2026 returns to a closed‑door, broadcast‑first model amid regional travel restrictions and rising fuel costs. All 44 matches will be held at two venues—Lahore and Karachi—eliminating the multi‑city format and ensuring the tournament proceeds without spectators.

The league starts on Thursday, March 26, with the opening fixture between Lahore Qalandars and Hyderabad Kingsmen at Gaddafi Stadium. The match kicks off at 7:30 pm IST, with the toss at 7:00 pm IST. There is no official TV broadcast or live streaming platform available in India for PSL 2026.