Former cricketer calls for clash of IPL and PSL winner, fans give mixed reactions

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 began on March 22 and will conclude with the final on May 25. A total of 10 teams are participating in the tournament. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is hosting its 10th edition this year, including six teams. The PSL began on April 12 and will run until May 18.

With both leagues taking place simultaneously, there has been a mix of confusion and excitement among players, coaches, and fans. Much like the diplomatic tensions that often exist between India and Pakistan, the overlapping schedules of IPL and PSL have caused their own set of complications.

A notable example is involving South African cricketer Corbin Bosch. He was initially picked by a PSL franchise, and was later called up by Mumbai Indians (MI) as an injury replacement in the IPL. This move stirred controversy, ultimately resulting in Bosch being banned by the PSL for abandoning the tournament.

Amidst this, a tweet recently went viral, suggesting a hypothetical match between the IPL winner and the PSL winner to be held in Dubai. The idea caught the imagination of fans, who expressed their excitement at the possibility of such a fiery face-off. However, some also rejected the proposal.

This concept is similar to the now dropped event, Champions League T20, where top franchise teams from various countries competed for a single trophy. That tournament was widely appreciated for bringing together a diverse mix of players and teams, though it eventually stopped due to scheduling conflicts with the international cricket calendar. Despite these challenges, fans continue to hope for a one-off clash between the champions of IPL and PSL, a match that could symbolize unity through sport while offering thrilling cricketing action. 

Here's how fans reacted: