PCB introduces Match Officials’ Technology for PSL 10

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that Match Officials’ Technology (MOT) will be used for the forthcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.

The PSL 10 will begin from Friday, 11 April with defending champions Islamabad United taking on two times champions Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The six-team tournament will see 34 matches from 11 April to 18 May, with Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium set to host 13 matches, including two Eliminators and the final.

Also, the upcoming edition will feature an exhibition match, which will be played on 8 April in Peshawar.

According to the schedule, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will host 11 matches, including Qualifier 1 on 13 May. Karachi’s National Bank Stadium and Multan Cricket Stadium will host five matches each.

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The marquee event will also feature three double-headers, with two matches on weekends (Saturday) and one on a national holiday (Labour Day).

“While the league has previously embraced components of MOT, this edition marks a significant step forward—aligning HBL PSL with the highest global standards in officiating, transparency and viewer engagement,” the PCB said in a statement.

The statement further stated that every match of PSL 10 will feature a comprehensive, tech-backed officiating eco system.

“From auto no-ball detection and live umpire communication to DRS and innings timers, match logging and real-time multi-angle replays, every HBL PSL match of this edition will operate with a comprehensive tech-backed officiating ecosystem.”

“A dedicated Hawk-Eye technician will be stationed at every match to support umpires and streamline operations.”

Following the announcement, PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer expressed his thoughts on the innovation in the upcoming edition while acknowledging the improvement in the decision-making.

“HBL PSL has always seeks to introduce innovation in the league and after weeks of deliberation regarding which innovation to introduce, we can now proudly say that HBL PSL X matches will have full MOT integration, ” he said.

“By introducing this, we will uphold fairness in every decision, providing greater clarity for officials, players and fans alike, ” he further remarked.

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