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Ramiz Raja credits crowds for phenomenal PSL success

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4 years ago

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ramiz Raja has paid a glowing tribute to the fans when he credited them for the phenomenal success of the seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), which culminated on Sunday with Lahore Qalandars winning their maiden title at the Gaddafi Stadium.

“There is no doubt that the PSL 7 has been a phenomenal success and this is largely due to the fact that we had amazing crowds, both in Karachi and Lahore. In my professional career, I have never seen such charged up, overwhelming, enthusiastic, lively and supportive crowds, particularly in Lahore,” Ramiz Raja said.

“On behalf of the PCB, I thank all the fans who crossed the turnstiles to not only play their significant part in the success of PSL 7, but through our high-definition production showcased Pakistan as a cricket passionate country.

“I would like to thank our sponsors, players, franchises, the medical team, law enforcing agencies, local and provisional administrations, commentators and crew members, and ground staff for their untiring efforts, as well as millions watching on television all around the world who made this PSL a memorable spectacle.

“PSL 7 profits jumped to 71%, the most in its history, with each franchise earning around PKR900million, again the most in PSL’s history, and all before the first ball was even bowled,” the PCB chairman said.

“For next year, we aspire to take this league to the homes of all franchises and broaden its fan-reach.”ٓ

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