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Cloud of crisis looms over PSL, Australian government stops players from going to Peshawar…
Samira Vishwas | March 17, 2026 10:24 PM CST

The crisis over Pakistan Super League (PSL) seems to be deepening due to security reasons. Recently, after Pakistan’s airstrike in Afghanistan’s capital Kabul, tension has increased in the region, which now seems to be affecting cricket as well.

Let us tell you, according to media reports, the Australian government has allowed its players to go to Pakistan, but has refused to let them go to Peshawar. After this decision, clouds of uncertainty are looming over the upcoming matches of PSL.

At the same time, many star players of Australia like Steve Smith, David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne and Glenn Maxwell are part of this league. Apart from this, Tim Paine and Jason Gillespie are included in the coaching staff.

Let us tell you, according to the report, the match between Peshawar Zalmi and Rawalpindi to be held at Imran Khan Stadium on March 28 may now be in danger. Both these teams include Australian players, due to which concerns about security have increased.

According to sources, Australian players have also been assured that if the situation worsens, they will be called back safely through a private flight.

Meanwhile, many Afghan players had withdrawn their names even before the PSL. These include many big names including Mujeeb ur Rehman, Mohammad Nabi, Fazalhaq Farooqui. Many players have also criticized Pakistan’s action.

In view of the current situation, serious questions have arisen regarding the organization of PSL and the security of the matches. According to the situation in the coming days, changes or major decisions can be taken in the tournament.

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