In a surprising development in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Multan Sultans owner Ali Tareen has announced that he will not be renewing the franchise rights for the next decade. The announcement came through a detailed message on his social media, where he opened up about the emotional and administrative reasoning behind the decision.
Tareen described his journey with the team as one of the greatest honors of his life, expressing deep affection for the fans, the squad, and especially the representation of South Punjab—something his late uncle Alamgir Tareen held close to his heart. He shared that every season, he reminded players and staff that they represented a region full of resilient, hardworking people who never stop fighting for their identity.
Ending his message with a powerful statement, Tareen said he would rather “lose this team while standing on my feet than run it from my knees,” concluding with a firm and emotional “this is goodbye.”
His announcement comes at a time when the other five PSL franchises—Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, and Quetta Gladiators—have already renewed their rights for another 10 years following an updated valuation conducted by Ernst & Young.
The decision also follows a public rift between Tareen and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The board accused him of violating several clauses of the existing 10-year contract and demanded a public apology, which Tareen responded to with a sarcastic video criticizing the board’s communication and management approach.
This marks a significant turning point not only for Multan Sultans but also for the league’s structure and the passionate fans of South Punjab who have strongly identified with the franchise since its revival.
