English PSL Players Reassess Stay Amid India-Pak Tensions

After India's strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, English cricketers and coaches in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) are reassessing their participation due to rising regional tensions. While some, notably David Willey and Chris Jordan, have shown interest in leaving, most remain in Pakistan, expressing satisfaction with current security but prepared to depart if risks increase. The England and Wales Cricket Board and the Professional Cricketers' Association have held emergency meetings, offering guidance and logistical support for early exits, especially as UK government travel advisories are updated. PSL organizers intend to continue the tournament as planned. In contrast, most English players in the Indian Premier League have not voiced similar security concerns. The situation is fluid, with further escalation possibly prompting more withdrawals.