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PSL kicks off with star-studded gala, massive fireworks

February 20, 2021 09:38 PM


The sixth season of the Pakistan Super League kicked off in Karachi Saturday amid a star-studded gala and massive fireworks.

The ceremony, which was being attended by a 20% crowd to fill the stands, was opened with the national anthem of Pakistan.

PCB Chairman Ehsan Mani welcomed the overseas players, support staff and guests at the start of the ceremony.

"This year's PSL is being played in only Karachi and Lahore and due to coronavirus 7,500 people will be able to (attend matches in) Karachi and 5,500 in Lahore," said Mani. He added that he is "hopeful" that if the situation remains stable then more people will be able allowed to attend the matches.

He thanked the fans for making PSL Pakistan's "biggest brand". He also extended gratitude to the government for allowing PCB to hold the PSL. He added that the tournament would not have been possible without the cooperation of the provincial governments and law enforcement agencies.

Mani wished all the six teams the best of luck in the competition and hoped that the best team wins the trophy.

Superstar Atif Aslam then took the stage with his song Adat that shot him to fame in the country. With the audience left stunned by Atif's performance, in came singer Imran Khan with his hit song "Amplifier".

The performance was arguably more "amplified" as actress Humaima Mallick danced to the track, besides swaying to "Bewafa" and other songs.

With the audience pumped up by Atif, Imran Khan and Humaima Mallick, the stage was all set for Nassebo Lal, Aima Baig, and Young Stunners to come and enthral the audience with the anthem for this year's edition "Groove Mera".

To top off all the celebrations, the PCB put on a fireworks display to mark the start of cricket festivities.

This is the second time that an opening ceremony is being held in Karachi. The National Stadium had also played host to the opening ceremony for the 2020 edition. The opening ceremonies for the first four editions were held in Dubai.



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