Nominations open for ‘Hamaray Heroes’ initiative in PSL season 11 The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has launched the 11th edition of its ‘Hamaray Heroes’ initiative, inviting fans to recommend individuals who have made significant contributions to society. Nominations can be submitted through an online form until 3 pm on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The ‘Hamaray Heroes’ programme, first introduced during the fifth season of the PSL in 2020, has since become a regular feature of the tournament. The initiative honors individuals from diverse fields, including sports, education, healthcare, arts, culture, social work, technology, and entrepreneurship, who have promoted a positive image of Pakistan. The upcoming 11th season of the league will begin on March 26, with defending champions Lahore Qalandars facing Hyderabad Kingsmen in the opening match at Gaddafi Stadium. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will review the nominations and shortlist candidates to be honored during matches of the PSL season. Notable figures recognized in previous editions of the initiative include mountaineer Ali Sadpara, Olympic javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem, professional e-sports player Arslan Ash, wrestler Inam Butt, swimmer Kiran Khan, boxer Muhammad Waseem, and astrophysicist Dr Mariam Sultana. Shortlisted individuals will receive cash awards, while short documentaries highlighting their achievements and life stories will be shown during match broadcasts and across the league’s digital platforms. The initiative aims to celebrate the impact of everyday heroes and inspire others through their contributions.#pakistan_cricket_board #pakistan_super_league #hamaray_heroes #gaddafi_stadium #lahore_qalandars
PSL launches search for Pakistan's unsung heroes ahead of 11th edition The Pakistan Super League has initiated the nomination process for its 11th edition of the Hamaray Heroes initiative, inviting cricket fans across Pakistan to honor individuals making significant contributions beyond the sport. Fans can submit their nominations through an online form until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. This year’s edition marks the tournament’s first expansion to eight teams, making it the most extensive iteration of the program to date. Hamaray Heroes, first introduced during the fifth PSL edition in 2020, has since become a cherished part of the tournament’s schedule. The initiative, now in its sixth consecutive year, aims to spotlight citizens whose efforts have enhanced Pakistan’s global and domestic reputation. The 11th edition will kick off on 26 March at Gaddafi Stadium, where defending champions Lahore Qalandars will face Hyderabad Kingsmen in the opening match. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will review all submitted nominations to compile a final shortlist of candidates. Selected individuals will receive cash awards during PSL matches, with their achievements highlighted through short documentaries broadcast on the tournament’s digital platforms and during live coverage. The initiative welcomes nominations from diverse fields, including sports (outside cricket), education, healthcare, arts, culture, music, social work, social entrepreneurship, and technology. Previous honourees have included a wide range of Pakistani talents, such as the late mountaineer Ali Sadpara, Olympic javelin gold medallist Arshad Nadeem, E-Sports champion Arslan Ash, Commonwealth Games gold medalist Inam Butt, Olympic swimmer Kiran Khan, boxer Mohammad Wasim, and Dr.#pakistan_cricket_board #pakistan_super_league #hamaray_heroes #gaddafi_stadium #lahore_qalandars
