ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has granted the 'state guest' status to all the foreign players participating in the fifth edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL 5).

Match officials, security consultants, and media persons who have come to Pakistan to cover the tournament would also be accorded special status, under the premier's orders.

He said "all the foreigners are our guests" and instructed authorities to make special arrangements for their safety.  The tournament is set to start February 20, 2020. The foreign players have started to join their respective teams.

PM Imran issued the directives to all the provincial chief secretaries, chief commissioners, police chiefs, and other officials to provide special security them.