Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, Mohsin Naqvi, said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved public attendance for all three playoff matches of season 11 of the Pakistan Super League, 24NewsHD TV reported on Monday.
In a message posted on social media, Naqvi said he had recently met the prime minister, clearing the way for fans to attend the high-profile knockout fixtures as the tournament enters its decisive phase.
However, he said the approval comes with a key condition, with Sharif strongly encouraging spectators to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption while travelling to matches, in line with ongoing national austerity measures.
The prime minister also conveyed his best wishes to the four teams competing in the playoffs, expressing hope for exciting and entertaining cricket as the league heads towards its conclusion.