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The most recent edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) concluded on May 25, 2025, with the final held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore^[2]^[3]. Lahore Qalandars made history by scripting the highest run chase in any T20 final, securing victory over Quetta Gladiators with a score of 204/4 in 19.5 overs while chasing 201/9^[5]. Throughout the playoffs, Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United, Lahore Qalandars, and Karachi Kings emerged as the top contenders, qualifying after a competitive league round^[4].

The revised schedule for the playoffs featured the Qualifier between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United on May 21, followed by two Eliminator matches involving Lahore Qalandars, Karachi Kings, and the Qualifier loser, culminating in the final on May 25—all hosted in Lahore, starting at 8:00 PM local time^[2]^[4].

According to the final points table, Quetta Gladiators finished at the top, followed by Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, and Lahore Qalandars, while Peshawar Zalmi and Multan Sultans were unable to secure a playoff berth^[5]. The league phase included several tightly contested games with United recording a notable 8-wicket win over Qalandars in the season opener^[1].

PSL 2025 received significant attention not only for on-field performances but also due to off-field stories. The PCB confirmed that, despite rumors, the league would not be relocated to the UAE^[5]. Additionally, there were reports indicating the remainder of the tournament would be played without Hawkeye and DRS technologies^[7]. In broader cricket news, the Pakistan Super League is likely to clash with the Indian Premier League (IPL) window in future editions as the PCB considers scheduling both tournaments simultaneously, prompting concerns from international cricket boards regarding player availability and safety^[7].

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