Pakistan Super League likely to resume from June 5 – Reports
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Posted: May 21, 2021
Last updated: October 10, 2021
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If reports are to be believed, the sixth edition of the Pakistan Super League will start on June 5, with Islamabad United taking on Lahore Qalandars in the first game. The defending champions Karachi Kings will resume their campaign against Multan Sultans on June 6. Here’s our parimatch india review, Take a look and read more our review.
Also, a report published in Cricket Pakistan states that the PSL-6 will have five double-headers, four in the round-robin stage and one in the playoffs. The first double-headers will be played on June 7 with Islamabad United taking on Quetta Gladiators in the first match which will be followed by a game between Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars. A full schedule of fixtures is expected to be released later today.
Meanwhile, three hotels have been booked in Abu Dhabi with two teams staying at one hotel each. All three hotels are part of the bio bubble. Also, if players from any team test positive for COVID-19, only two teams, who were involved in the match, will be asked to quarantine. The other four teams can continue playing the tournament. Since several overseas players will be unavailable due to various reasons, the PCB is considering conducting a mini-draft to rope in replacements of the missing players. The tournament is expected to conclude on the pre-decided date of June 20 after which the Pakistan team will leave for England. Check our free 365 cricket betting tips and get some more guide from us.
Covid-19 testing, departure and training schedule
May 22: Covid-19 test of players
May 24: Teams report in bio-secure hotels of Karachi and Lahore, where players will be tested for Covid-19 and vaccinated
May 25: Covid-19 test
May 26: Departure for Abu Dhabi via chartered flights and Covid-19 test at Airport
May 27 and 29: Covid-19 Test
June 1: End of quarantine and start of training if players return negative Covid-19 results
June 2-4: Training period
June 4: Covid-19 test
