Pakistani fan caught watching IPL during PSL match; video goes viral

The debate between the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Pakistan Super League (PSL) continues to spark conversation online. From quirky rewards like motorbikes and hair dryers for the ‘Man of the Match’ to unexpected fan moments, netizens can’t stop buzzing about the same. Well, amid this, most recently, a video showed a Pakistani fan watching the IPL on his phone during a live PSL match at the stadium on Friday.

The video is now making rounds on social media, adding a fresh twist to the ongoing IPL vs. PSL chatter. However, IndiaTimes can’t confirm the location of the viral video.

The IPL is one of the most popular franchise leagues and continues to rule the world of cricket in terms of reach and financial scope. On the other hand, PSL has gained prominence since its launch in 2015, especially in terms of competitive quality and upcoming talents.

Netizens share hilarious reactions to the viral video

The viral video has garnered massive reactions from netizens on the internet. One user commented, saying that people are watching IPL instead of PSL.

People watching IPL instead of Psl.#RCBvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/u5IByjIMdP

— Indian Cricket Fc (@Jonathan_fcc) April 18, 2025

While another said, “Aur amazon se hair dryer de do 🤣”

Aur amazon se hair dryer de do 🤣

— Haarit (@naturethenature) April 19, 2025

“Who is responsible for this tell me honestly @_FaridKhan 😅😅,” one said.

Who is responsible for this tell me honestly @_FaridKhan 😅😅

— Ashok (@ashokvn777) April 18, 2025

“Nothing wrong in this. Why is this an issue?”

Nothing wrong in this. Why is this an issue?

— Allthingstestcricket (@Pritvi_M) April 19, 2025

“is ticket free in psl.. So they come to stadium and get bored and watch ipl on phone,” one asked.

“RAAW Ka agent hai.. Yeh India ki razish”

RAAW Ka agent hai.. Yeh India ki razish

— Legend 🕺 (@JiViral) April 19, 2025

“Absolute cinema in PSL”

“Power of IPL.”

Power of IPL.

— Arjun Kumar (@ikumararjun1) April 19, 2025

PSL is just tiny, says former Pakistani cricketer

Not only this, but former Pakistani cricketer Rashid Latif has labelled the Pakistan League a “small domestic league.” With this, Latif has almost put an end to the IPL vs. PSL debate.

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While speaking on the Geo Podcast, Latif claimed that efforts were being made to show on screen that PSL was bigger than the IPL. He went on to mention that, despite this, PSL 10 was just a small domestic event if it is compared to the IPL.

He also mentioned that the BPL, SA20, the Hundred, and ILT20 have overtaken the PSL. He opined that PSL has now occupied the sixth position in terms of popularity. 

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