Cricket: Pakistan Premier League could be reality soon?

[Hyde]

Corporates show interest in PPL​

Four companies have shown interest in the PCB's initiative to launch an international Twenty20 league in Pakistan. A proposal to launch Pakistan Premier League (PPL) will be presented by the companies to the board next week.

"We have invited the companies to present us the plans," PCB chief operating officer, Subhan Ahmed told ESPNcricinfo. "We are thrilled to see the initial response but we have to sit and look into the modalities and feasibility of having such an event in Pakistan involving foreign players."

Ahmed said that international player participation was necessary for the success of such a competition. However, Pakistan has been unable to host international cricket since March 2009, when Sri Lanka's team bus was attacked by terrorists.

"I can't say that we are sure whether to play in Pakistan or abroad. But PCB has serious intention to hold the PPL. The situation definitely has improved and that is why the British [Universities] team is here in Pakistan."

Former PCB president, Nasim Ashraf, floated the original idea in 2007. While, the idea was scrapped later scrapped in Pakistan, similar leagues have cropped up in Bangladesh, Australia and South Africa after the success of the IPL.

"PPL was held back for several reason in the past, but this time we are very keen and serious on launching our league as an attempt to bring the international cricket back in the country."

Source: Pakistan news: Corporates show interest in PPL | Cricket News | Global | ESPN Cricinfo

PS: Not to forget American/Pakistani business tycoon "Shahid Karim" was also interested in IPL-like PPL in Pakistan. He would also buy one franchise if opportunity is given to him

 

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Good news

 

[mjnaushad]

And which international players will participate?

 

[VelocuR]

cheerleaders including?

That's what make Premier Leagues attractives!

 

[xTra]

Every time IPL starts, the rumors about PPL starts.

 

[mjnaushad]

cheerleaders including?

That's what make Premier Leagues attractives!

Yup.... But only in hijab....

 

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cheerleaders including?

That's what make Premier Leagues attractives!

So the game itself is not exciting enough

 

[Emmie]

And which international players will participate?

B'deshi ????

 

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Yup.... But only in hijab....

Even this will cause an uproar.
Maybe an all female flash mob within the stands might do the trick


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[VelocuR]

Yup.... But only in hijab....

Yes, many girls who will decide to choose options whether hijab or other styles. We can't force them to follow Saudi-stylish dress, I have seen many girls in Pakistan are now more liberals than religions following. Check fashion thread...

So the game itself is not exciting enough

Well, PL is all about making money, more audiences, tickets, pressures, entertainment, etc, that's important part of business. They are not world cup matches.


I hope PPL is starting soon.

 

[Avisheik]

Good news. Perhaps we can even have cricket version of UEFA Champions league in south asia in the future

 

[Areesh]

Every time IPL starts, the rumors about PPL starts.

No it doesn't.

 

[darkinsky]

cheerleaders including?

That's what make Premier Leagues attractives!

i will only see PPLif you are a cheerleader

 

[Dance]

Foreign teams and players have come to Pakistan since the Sri Lankan team attack and they were fine.

In fact Iran and Sri Lanka had their baseball teams there just recently.

 

[Android]

Hope it helps in bringing international cricket back to Pak