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Pakistan Tells Cricket Fans to Stay Home as Fuel Shortages Bite

Bilal Hussain, Dan Murtaugh
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Pakistan’s government has ordered cricket fans to stay home during the Pakistan Super League (March 26–May 3) to conserve fuel amid severe shortages exacerbated by Middle East conflict disruptions. The tournament, the nation’s largest sporting event, will adopt a "watch-from-home" model, with matches broadcast exclusively on television to reduce fuel consumption from travel. Hosting venues were cut from six to just two—Lahore and Karachi—to minimize logistical strain and further conserve resources during the economic crisis. The decision follows government consultations with organizers, reflecting urgent measures to stabilize fuel supplies as regional conflicts disrupt global energy markets and local distribution. The move underscores Pakistan’s deepening economic struggles, with fuel shortages forcing unprecedented restrictions on public gatherings and entertainment.
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The Pakistan Super League, the nation’s biggest sporting event that takes place from March 26 to May 3, has shifted to a watch-from-home model, the organizer said in a statement following consultation with the government. It also streamlined the hosting venues from six to two, with all matches now being staged in Lahore and Karachi.

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