Islamabad( The COW News Digital )In a major recognition for Pakistan cricket, the BBC has ranked the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as the second most exciting franchise cricket league in the world, just behind the Indian Premier League (IPL). The report highlights PSL’s exceptional balance between batting and bowling, thrilling contests, and high entertainment value, which have captured the hearts of cricket fans worldwide.
According to the BBC’s analysis, PSL has outshined several other prominent leagues, including the ILT20, The Hundred, Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and Australia’s Big Bash League (BBL) in the “Entertainment Index”. The PSL’s competitive edge comes from its consistently high-scoring matches, close finishes, and the presence of international cricket stars.
Statistics from the BBC report reveal that the average first innings score in PSL stands at an impressive 180 runs — the highest among all global T20 leagues. Moreover, 27.5% of PSL matches are decided in the final over, placing it just behind the IPL, where 28.9% of games go down to the wire.
When it comes to power-hitting, PSL also dominates. On average, each PSL match features 30 fours and 14 sixes, significantly ahead of leagues like IPL and CPL, which average 15 sixes per match. This aggressive batting, combined with top-class bowling performances, has created a brand of cricket that keeps fans glued to their screens until the very last ball.
The report also points out that PSL players have an average of 351 international caps, the second-highest in the world. The ILT20 leads this list with 423 caps, while IPL follows closely with 335. This statistic underlines PSL’s ability to attract and retain top international talent.
Beyond the numbers, the PSL’s reputation for producing intense, competitive matches and showcasing emerging talent has solidified its place as a must-watch event in the global cricket calendar. The league has also surpassed the Big Bash League in quality and excitement, proving its growing influence in world cricket.
With its unique combination of world-class players, competitive balance, and crowd-pulling entertainment, PSL continues to strengthen Pakistan’s position as a cricketing powerhouse. The latest recognition from the BBC only reaffirms what fans have been saying for years — PSL is not just Pakistan’s pride, but one of the finest cricket spectacles in the world.
