Lahore, 30 April 2025: The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially reached a major milestone — completing 300 matches since its inception in 2016. The landmark match featured Quetta Gladiators taking on Multan Sultans at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, the same team (Quetta) that played and won the first-ever PSL match.
The inaugural HBL PSL fixture took place on 4 February 2016 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, launching what would become Pakistan’s premier T20 franchise league.
A decade of records and rising stars
Over 10 action-packed seasons and 300 matches, the HBL PSL has thrilled fans globally with high-quality cricket and star-studded performances:
- Babar Azam – Most runs: 3,621 in 96 matches (also the most appearances), 34 half-centuries, and 401 fours
- Hasan Ali – Most wickets: 121 in 88 matches
- Jason Roy – Highest individual score: 145 vs Peshawar Zalmi (2023)
- Fakhar Zaman – Most sixes: 117 in 90 matches
- Ravi Bopara – Best bowling figures: 6-16 (Season 1)
- Mohammad Rizwan – Most wicketkeeper dismissals: 84; 2,749 runs
- Sarfaraz Ahmed – Most matches as captain: 80; most wins: 38
- Aleem Dar – Most matches umpired: 81; set to retire this season
Franchise participation and match count
The number of matches played by each franchise in the league so far:
- Peshawar Zalmi: 110
- Islamabad United: 105
- Karachi Kings: 101
- Lahore Qalandars: 100
- Quetta Gladiators: 98
- Multan Sultans: 86
Official statement from HBL PSL CEO
Salman Naseer, CEO of the HBL PSL, shared his reflections on this historic milestone:
“We are incredibly proud to have witnessed the 300th match of the HBL PSL history. The HBL PSL has never looked back after taking off in 2016 and its success throughout the whole decade is a testament to the quality of cricket on display and utmost confidence of the fans and players alike on the brand.
“I congratulate everyone who has been involved with the HBL PSL in any capacity during these ten years — especially the fans, franchises, commercial and services partners. It is because of their commitment that the league continues to grow, prosper and entertain us all season after season.”
Looking ahead: the next chapter of PSL
As the PSL turns 300 matches old, its legacy is not just in numbers but in the impact it has had on Pakistan cricket, global T20 leagues, and the rise of stars who now dominate world cricket. With record-breaking performances and loyal fan engagement, the league continues to build on its reputation as one of the most exciting T20 competitions worldwide.
