PCB Unveils Commentary Panel for PSL 10; Ashes winning England Captain to make debut

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced a star-studded commentary panel for the much-anticipated 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), which kicks off on April 11, 2025.

PSL 10 to Begin with Blockbuster Clash

PSL 10 will begin with defending champions Islamabad United taking on Lahore Qalandars, the two-time winners, in the opening game at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The tournament will feature six teams and span 34 matches, with Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore hosting 13 games, including both eliminators and the grand finale.

Alastair Cook Set for PSL Commentary Debut

The PCB confirmed that former England captain Sir Alastair Cook will make his commentary debut in the PSL, joining the panel for the 10th season.

“Cook will be joined by Mark Nicholas, former MCC President and veteran cricket broadcaster,” the PCB announced in its press release. Nicholas, known for his articulate voice and analysis, has remained a prominent figure in cricket commentary since retiring from the game in 1995.

Global Names Join the Mic Team

The international commentary panel includes:

• Athar Ali Khan (Bangladesh)
• Martin Guptill (New Zealand)
• Lisa Sthalekar (Australia) – Two-time ICC Women’s World Cup winner
• Pakistani Legends to Headline Panel

The local commentary legends include:

• Wasim Akram
• Waqar Younis
• Ramiz Raja
• Aamir Sohail

These iconic voices of Pakistani cricket will offer expert insights throughout the season.

PSL 10 to Feature Full-Match Urdu Commentary for the First Time

For the first time in PSL history, fans will enjoy complete match Urdu commentary. Leading this special panel are:

• Ali Younis
• Aqeel Samar
• Marina Iqbal
• Salman Butt
• Tariq Saeed

They will team up with the main commentary crew during selected match segments.

PSL CEO Lauds the Commentary Line-Up

Speaking after the announcement, PSL CEO Salman Naseer shared his excitement over the lineup.

“We are thrilled to welcome such an iconic group of commentators — including legendary Test captains and world-class broadcasters. Their presence amplifies the quality of our coverage and underscores the global stature of HBL PSL.”

The countdown to PSL 10 is officially underway, and with this all-star commentary lineup, fans can expect world-class broadcasting to match the intensity on the field.

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