PSL 2025 Cancelled Mid Tournament Amid Military Clashes

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 has been abruptly suspended indefinitely due to worsening tensions between India and Pakistan, marking a significant disruption in the cricketing calendar. The decision, announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), came after Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif advised the board to prioritize national security and player safety over the tournament. The PCB cited the "worsening of the situation" at the border, including drone incursions and missile firings, as the primary reason for the postponement. "In such times, while cricket unites and brings joy, it must take a respectful pause," the board stated.  Foreign players, along with Pakistani cricketers holding UAE visas, were initially set to relocate for the remaining matches, but plans were scrapped as teams disbanded immediately. The move followed a failed attempt to shift the tournament to the UAE. Reports indicate the Emirates Cricket Board rejected the proposal due to security concerns amid the escalating conflict. "UAE