In pictures: Lahore and Karachi all set for PSL matches
The matches are being considered as part of a series of measures to ensure the return of cricket in
(Web desk) – As Lahore prepares to host the first of the two playoffs of the Pakistan Super League, cricket fever is running high across the country.
Seventeen foreign players from six different countries and seven-member coaching staff reached Lahore in the wee hours of Tuesday to participate in the two eliminators of the third edition of PSL 3.
With the matches scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday in Lahore, administrative and security arrangements have also been completed.
Renovation work was done at both the stadiums in Karachi and Lahore. Cricket fans also thronged to buy tickets of all three matches in both the cities as soon as sales began last week.
Law Minister Punjab Rana Sanaullah Khan Monday said strict security measures had been adopted for the third edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches being played in Lahore on March 20 and 21.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that the law and order was very much under control and that fool-proof arrangements were being made for the PSL final match which is scheduled for Sunday.
The matches are being considered as part of a series to ensure the return of cricket in Pakistani stadiums.
Army personnel in action during a helicopter rehearsal at Punjab Football Stadium to ensure maximum security for both semi finals of PSL 2018. Photo: OINN
Police personnel lift a checking booth that is to be installed at Gaddafi Stadium during the PSL 2018. Photo: OINN
Army personnel arrive at Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday ahead of the semi finals matches of PSL 2018. Photo: OINN
Rangers personnel patrolling outside Gaddafi Stadium ahead of PSL 2018 matches. Photo: OINN
A police personnel stands alert outside Gaddafi Stadium ahead of PSL 2018 matches. Photo: OINN
A beautiful view of the green belt decorated with colourful lights outside the Gaddafi Stadium. Photo: OINN
Banners displaying pictures of international cricketers and coaches have been put up on the Mall Road. Photo: OINN
Workers busy installing walk through gates at Gaddafi Stadium for security. Photo: OINN
Pakistani and international cricketers being escorted to Gaddafi Stadium under tight security for PSL matches. Photo: OINN
A wall at Star Gate Road, freshly painted with “Welcome To Karachi” ahead of he PSL final match. Photo: OINN
International cricket players are being brought to the hotel at Mall Road under high security. Photo: OINN
Sindh Provincial Minister Nasir Hussain Shah addressing a press conference regarding the security of PSL at DIG East office on Monday. Photo: OINN
Workers busy in painting chairs during renovation of the National Stadium ahead of the PSL 3 final match in Karachi. Photo: OINN
Workers leveling the pitch during renovation of the National Stadium ahead of PSL 3 final match. Photo: OINN
Workers preparing the ground during renovation of the National Stadium ahead of the final match in Karachi. Photo: OINN
Billboard of PSL 2018 outside Gaddafi Stadium. Photo: OINN
