PSL Organizers Are Still Promoting Cheap Keypad Phones During 5G Era

A giveaway activity during the Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) final has come under scrutiny after officials were seen throwing keypad mobile phone boxes into the crowd at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.

The incident occurred during the match between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen, reportedly after the 10th over of the second innings, when organizers introduced a “lucky giveaway” segment.

However, instead of distributing the items in an orderly manner, officials tossed boxed phones into the stands, triggering a scramble among spectators trying to catch them.

The move quickly became a talking point, with many questioning the execution of the activity at a major sporting event. Critics noted that throwing objects into a packed stadium can create unnecessary chaos and raise safety concerns for fans.

The giveaway itself also drew attention over the type of devices being distributed. Several social media users claimed that the boxes appeared to contain basic keypad phones rather than modern smartphones, which many described as outdated in today’s technology landscape.

Online reactions reflected the criticism, with one user writing, “Nahh man in the era of 5G they are throwing empty keypad phone boxes at crowd in PSL and calling it a ‘lucky giveaway.’”

Nahh man in the Era of 5g they are throwing empty Keypad phone boxes at crowd in PSL and calling it a " Lucky giveaway "😭😭 pic.twitter.com/ZDT9Z8fLil

— ` (@McgMadMan) May 3, 2026

Many others criticize the event as poorly handled and out of touch, while others questioned the value of the giveaway, suggesting it did not match the scale of the PSL final. A few users, however, viewed it as a light-hearted attempt to entertain the fans.

The PSL, known for its high production value and strong fan engagement, often features entertainment segments during matches. However, this particular moment has raised questions about how such activities are executed during large-scale events.