Loud Thinking

Subject: Request to Reschedule Start of PSL Match from 3 PM on May 1st to Midnight Timing Due to Extreme Heat

Syed Mohsin Naqvi
The Chairman,
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB),
PSL Management,
Lahore, Pakistan.

Dear Sir,

I am writing to respectfully request that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) match between MS & KK teams scheduled for May 1st, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, currently planned for a 3:00 PM start, be rescheduled to a later time — preferably starting at 11.30 PM.

Given the severe heatwave affecting Lahore and surrounding areas, with under the shade temperatures expected to exceed 40°C during the afternoon, I am genuinely concerned about the health and safety of the players, spectators and staff for the game starting under direct sunlight temperature which must be above 50 degree centigrade at 3 PM. Playing under such extreme conditions will definitely lead to heat exhaustion, dehydration, and other serious health risks.

I believe that shifting the match to a late-night start time would significantly reduce these risks, create a more comfortable environment for everyone involved, and maintain the high standards of competition that the PSL is known for.

I humbly appeal to the PCB and PSL management to kindly consider this suggestion in light of the exceptional weather conditions. Prioritizing the health and well-being of all participants would be greatly appreciated by cricket lovers like myself.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Syed Nayyar Uddin Ahmad
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