UAE Refuses to Host PSL After India’s Influence — Pakistan Left Embarrassed

In a surprising turn of events, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been left shocked after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) refused to host the upcoming 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL). The reason? Reports suggest that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and especially its secretary Jay Shah, played a key role behind the scenes.

An official from the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) made it clear when asked about the decision, saying, “We owe it to BCCI and Jay Shah.” That simple statement shows how strong India’s position is in international cricket.

The impact on the PSL was quick and harsh. Many foreign players who were already unsure about playing in the league started to pull out. With big-name players gone and no other country ready to host the matches, the PCB had no choice but to postpone the tournament. This was a major setback, especially since the PSL was seen as Pakistan’s answer to India’s popular IPL.

What makes this situation even more interesting is how quietly and effectively India managed everything. Without saying anything publicly, the BCCI showed that it has the power to influence big cricket decisions globally. For Pakistan, this isn’t just about losing match venues—it’s a huge blow to its image and reputation.

This all comes at a time when Pakistan is already struggling with a weak economy and problems within its cricket system. The UAE has always been one of Pakistan’s closest partners in cricket, so being turned down like this hurts even more.

On social media, fans couldn’t help but point out the irony. Just a few weeks ago, PCB leaders were talking about making the PSL a global event. Now, they are unable to even find a country willing to host the games.

With India continuing to grow its power in cricket’s top offices and media deals, it’s clear that the BCCI isn’t just playing the game—it’s controlling the field. And this time, Pakistan was completely caught off guard.