Wasim Akram has sparked a debate after making a cheeky remark about the Indian Premier League’s long schedule while praising the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Akram, one of the few former Pakistan cricketers to have coached and commentated in the IPL, suggested that leagues stretching two to three months can become dull, hinting indirectly at the IPL’s format.
Speaking at a PSL promotional event, Akram underlined that the shorter duration of Pakistan’s league makes it a more attractive choice for overseas cricketers.
"The best thing about PSL is that it lasts only 34–35 days, maybe a bit more next season. It’s not like a three-month league. Bacchey bade ho jate hain, woh league khatam hi nahi hoti," Akram joked, implying that some tournaments feel endless. He added that foreign players appreciate the 35–40-day window, while anything beyond that becomes monotonous, even for him.
He also compared PSL with other competitions, using the Big Bash League as an example of a tournament that reduced its duration after early seasons proved too lengthy.
"BBL ran for two-and-a-half months initially, but after a few years they cut it down to around 40 days. That’s the beauty of PSL, short, sharp and full of quality," Akram said. "Many overseas players tell me PSL has the best bowling talent. In terms of quality over quantity, PSL is No. 1."
At the same event, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi echoed Akram’s confidence, stating that his goal is to make PSL the top cricket league in the world.
PSL better than IPL in talent? Wasim Akram’s comment raises eyebrows
Wasim Akram has sparked a debate after making a cheeky remark about the Indian Premier League’s long schedule while praising the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Akram, one of the few former Pakistan cricketers to have coached and commentated in the IPL, suggested that leagues stretching two to three months can become dull, hinting indirectly at the IPL’s format.
Speaking at a PSL promotional event, Akram underlined that the shorter duration of Pakistan’s league makes it a more attractive choice for overseas cricketers.
"The best thing about PSL is that it lasts only 34–35 days, maybe a bit more next season. It’s not like a three-month league. Bacchey bade ho jate hain, woh league khatam hi nahi hoti," Akram joked, implying that some tournaments feel endless. He added that foreign players appreciate the 35–40-day window, while anything beyond that becomes monotonous, even for him.
He also compared PSL with other competitions, using the Big Bash League as an example of a tournament that reduced its duration after early seasons proved too lengthy.
"BBL ran for two-and-a-half months initially, but after a few years they cut it down to around 40 days. That’s the beauty of PSL, short, sharp and full of quality," Akram said. "Many overseas players tell me PSL has the best bowling talent. In terms of quality over quantity, PSL is No. 1."
At the same event, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi echoed Akram’s confidence, stating that his goal is to make PSL the top cricket league in the world.