The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has been postponed indefinitely following the cancellation of plans to move the tournament to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The decision comes amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan over the disputed region of Kashmir.

Initially, players traveled to the UAE on Friday with hopes of resuming the tournament. However, these plans were abruptly scrapped. The Indian Premier League (IPL) has also been suspended for a week due to safety concerns.

Recent developments include India accusing Pakistan of attacking three of its military bases with drones and missiles, a claim Pakistan denies. Reports suggest the Emirates Cricket Board declined to host the PSL due to security concerns and to avoid jeopardizing its relationship with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). However, UAE sources claim the board did not refuse the PSL's approach.

The situation has worsened significantly, with Pakistani authorities reporting 31 deaths and 57 injuries from Indian air strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir since Wednesday. Last month, 26 civilians were killed in Indian-administered Kashmir, with India accusing Pakistan of supporting militants behind the attack—a claim Pakistan denies.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated, "The last 24 hours have seen a worsening of the situation. The decision to postpone has been taken pursuant to advice received from the Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif. Cricket, while being a unifying force and a source of joy, must take a respectful pause when the country is facing such callous opposition."

The PCB also emphasized its concern for the mental well-being of players and the sentiments of foreign players and their families. The 10th edition of the PSL has eight remaining fixtures, originally scheduled to run until 18 May. The UAE has previously hosted the PSL, most recently in 2021, and has been a home ground for Pakistan's national teams since the 2009 attack on the Sri Lanka team bus in Lahore.

This indefinite postponement underscores the impact of geopolitical tensions on international sports, leaving fans and players in uncertainty.