Mohsin Naqvi vows to make PSL the No.1 league; Wasim Akram calls it No.2 but brutally trolls IPL

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) caught the attention of the entire world with a spectacular roadshow at Lord's Cricket Ground in London. The event brought together top officials, cricket legends, and current stars, with Mohsin Naqvi and Wasim Akram targeting the IPL.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, has vowed to make the PSL the world’s number one league. The PCB boss has emphasized that the Pakistan Super League’s aim is not just to entertain but to groom the next generation of cricket stars.

Mohsin Naqvi vows to make PSL the world’s No. 1 league

He also made it clear that the league is being built to give young Pakistani players the best platform to grow, sharpen their skills, gain experience, and earn rewards to “motivate them to perform better.”

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Naqvi also shared that the PCB and PSL organizers are working together to make cricket in Pakistan stronger, with the aim of outclassing IPL from the number one position. Naqvi said at the event, as reported by Pakistani media, “My vision is to make PSL the number one league in the world.”

Meanwhile, the roadshow featured two star-studded sessions. The first included Naqvi, Ramiz Raja, Wasim Akram, and PSL CEO Salman Naseer. The second session saw Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Sahibzada Farhan, and Akram take the stage to thrill the fans with their presence and energy.

Wasim Akram calls PSL entertaining, takes brutal dig at IPL

The biggest talking point of the event was the legendary fast bowler’s playful dig at the IPL. Akram praised the PSL for being short, fast, and exciting, contrasting it with the longer, drawn-out seasons of other leagues like India’s T20 league.

However, Akram still ranked the IPL as the world’s number one league while ranking the PSL second. The IPL is one of the longest cricket leagues in the world, running for over two months and featuring nearly 74 matches, including the knockout rounds, while many other T20 leagues are shorter.

Wasim Akram said at the road show, “The best thing about PSL is that it lasts for 34 days or a bit more next year. It’s not three months long like other leagues. Bachay baray ho jatay hain, woh league khatam hi nahi hoti (Kids grow up by the time those leagues end—they just never seem to finish).”

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The former captain continued, “PSL is the number two league in the world. It provides great entertainment for fans. Most importantly, it gives our local players the opportunity to shine.”

Ramiz Raja and Babar Azam hail PSL for boosting Pakistan Cricket

On the other hand, former Pakistan captain and former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja praised the PSL for promoting Pakistan cricket in the world. Raja highlighted how the league gives young players the opportunity to play alongside international stars, helping develop talent in the country.

Raja said at the event, “PSL is promoting Pakistan cricket. Young players get a chance to play with international cricketers; this is a proud moment for all Pakistanis.”

Additionally, Babar Azam received a huge cheer from the crowd. The former captain shared how proud he feels representing Pakistan and also hailed his journey in the PSL. Babar also mentioned the guidance he received from senior players and his efforts to mentor young talent in the PSL.