The battle for cricket supremacy is heating up. As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 reaches its peak, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to kick off on April 11. Pakistani cricketer Hasan Ali has joined the chorus of players claiming the PSL is better than the IPL. This comes after cricketer Corbin Bosk turned down a PSL deal in favor of an IPL contract.
In an interview with Pakistani channel Geo News, Hasan Ali said, “Fans watch the tournament that offers good cricket. If we play well in the PSL, people will choose to watch us over the IPL.” But is the PSL really giving the IPL a run for its money?
The IPL and PSL attract players from around the world. In 2023, former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi claimed the PSL had a viewership of 150 million, surpassing the IPL’s 130 million. However, the IPL has since pulled ahead in terms of viewership.
According to media reports, the official broadcaster of the IPL 2025 is expecting a revenue of at least ₹4,500 crore. In contrast, the PSL’s revenue seems modest, especially considering the current state of cricket in Pakistan. The IPL 2025 started on March 22, and the PSL begins on April 11. It will be interesting to see how the two leagues compete for viewership and which one comes out on top.
Viewership Showdown
The PSL has a loyal fan base, but the IPL’s massive following and financial muscle make it a tough competitor. As the two leagues go head-to-head, fans will have to choose which one to watch. The outcome will be a testament to the popularity and quality of each tournament.
Revenue Race
The IPL’s lucrative broadcasting deal is a significant factor in its success. The PSL, on the other hand, faces challenges in generating revenue due to the current cricket landscape in Pakistan. As the two leagues clash, it will be fascinating to see how they impact each other’s viewership and revenue.
- IPL 2025 started on March 22
- PSL 2025 begins on April 11
- IPL expected to generate at least ₹4,500 crore in revenue
- PSL faces challenges in generating revenue due to Pakistan’s cricket landscape
