Lahore, 2 May 2025 — HBL PSL X will observe Childhood Cancer Awareness Day on Saturday, 3 May during the Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United match at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The initiative is part of the league’s ongoing corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts to raise awareness for health issues affecting young lives across Pakistan.
Fans wearing yellow, the color symbolizing childhood cancer awareness, will be eligible for limited free passes. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM.
Golden caps, ribbons, and symbolic gestures
Players from both Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United will wear golden caps and gold ribbons during the match. Match officials and commentators will also wear gold ribbons to show their support. Additionally, gold-branded stumps will be used in the match.
Three childhood cancer patients will be present at the ground and will be honored with signed jerseys from both teams—a symbolic gesture aimed at celebrating their courage.
Salman Naseer: “Cricket can help drive national awareness”
HBL PSL CEO Salman Naseer highlighted the significance of the campaign: “As part of HBL PSL’s corporate social responsibility, we are observing Childhood Cancer Awareness on 3 May. This reflects our commitment to using the platform of cricket to help raise awareness around health challenges that affect many lives across the country.”
“We are thankful to the teams, players, commentators, fans, and media friends for their continued support in promoting these awareness efforts through HBL PSL,” he added.
Fans encouraged to wear yellow and join the campaign
Families arriving in yellow clothing will be granted limited free entry on a first-come, first-served basis. Awareness messages related to childhood cancer will also be displayed prominently on digital stadium screens throughout the game to educate and inform the audience.
Tickets can be booked online at pcb.tcs.com.pk. The full HBL PSL X schedule is available here.
Note: The official tournament name is HBL PSL X. All media outlets are advised to use this nomenclature in headlines and reporting.
