Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Thursday the schedule of Pakistan Super League (PSL) third edition, starting from February 22 next year.

According to the schedule released today, defending champions Peshawar Zalmi will be in action against Multan Sultans in the opening match of the league, which will be held in Dubai.

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The eliminators on March 20 and March 21 will be played in Lahore, while Karachi’s National Stadium will host the final of the league on March 25.

However, all the rest of the matches will be played in Dubai and Sharjah.

For the first time six teams will be taking part in the league which are, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United and Multan Sultans.

The teams will play a total of 24 matches including eliminators and final during a month long T20 tournament.