In pictures: Glimpses of the star-studded HBL PSL 11 closing ceremony in Lahore
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The final match of the 11th HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) edition was preceded by a star-studded closing ceremony, featuring fireworks and performances by popular singers, including Aima Baig, Arif Lohar and Atif Aslam. Scores of spectators arrived at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on a hot Sunday to witness the gala event that was followed by the final clash between Peshawar Zalmi and debutants Hyderabad Kingsmen. Here are some glimpses of the closing ceremony. Spectators witness fireworks at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium ahead of HBL PSL 11 final match on May 3, 2026. — White Star Dancing groups representing different franchises perform at the closing ceremony of the HBL PSL 11 on May 3, 2026. — White Star Singers perform at the closing ceremony of the HBL PSL 11 on May 3, 2026. — White Star Singer Arif Lohar performs at the closing ceremony of the HBL PSL 11 on May 3, 2026. — White Star Singers Aima Baig and Atif Aslam perform at the closing ceremony of the HBL PSL 11 on May 3, 2026. — White Star Singer Aima Baig performs at the closing ceremony of the HBL PSL 11 on May 3, 2026. — White Star A snapshot from the Gaddadfi Stadium ahead of the HBL PSL 11 closing ceremony on May 3, 2026. — White Star Header image: Spectators witness fireworks at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium ahead of the HBL PSL 11 final match on May 3, 2026. — White Star