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LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) on Wednesday revealed the Platinum category renewals ahead of the league’s first-ever player auction, set to take place on February 11.

A total of 16 players have been listed in the PSL 11 Platinum category, with Islamabad United dominating the renewals by naming six players, the most among all franchises.

Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators have three players each in the category, while Peshawar Zalmi named two. Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans have named one player each in Platinum.

The renewals also confirmed major category movements, with five local players promoted to Platinum, including Pakistan T20I captain Salman Ali Agha, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Nawaz, Hasan Ali, and Abrar Ahmed.

Interestingly, Farhan is the only player who made the jump from Gold, while the remaining four were previously part of the Diamond category.

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Meanwhile, several high-profile names have retained their Platinum status after featuring in the same category in PSL 10.

The list includes Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan, Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Amir.

Before the Platinum renewals were made official, the PSL had already confirmed category renewals in Silver, Gold, Diamond and Emerging, with a total of 89 players having their categories locked in ahead of the retention process.

Under the new structure, each franchise will be allowed to retain a maximum of four players, with the condition of one player per category.

After the retention window closes, franchises will move into the league’s historic first-ever auction on February 11 to complete their rosters.

PSL 11 Category Renewals (Retentions)

Platinum

• Islamabad United: Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Imad Wasim

• Karachi Kings: Hasan Ali

• Lahore Qalandars: Shaheen Shah Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf

• Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam, Saim Ayub

• Multan Sultans: Mohammad Rizwan

• Quetta Gladiators: Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed

Emerging

• Islamabad United: Saad Masood, Mohammad Shahzad, Ghazi Gouri

• Peshawar Zalmi: Abdullah Fazal, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat

• Karachi Kings: Razaullah, Fawad Ali, Saad Baig

• Multan Sultans: Shahid Aziz, Mohammad Zulfikar

• Quetta Gladiators: Mohammad Zeeshan, Shamyl Hussain

• Lahore Qalandars: Momin Qamar

Silver

• Multan Sultans: Yasir Khan, Amir Barki, Mohammad Junaid, Humayun Altaf, Ali Imran, Jahanzaib Sultan, Ubaid Shah

• Lahore Qalandars: Mohammad Akhlaq, Mohammad Naeem, Mohammad Azab

• Islamabad United: Mohammad Faiq, Hunain Shah

• Peshawar Zalmi: Arif Yaqoob, Mehran Mumtaz

• Quetta Gladiators: Ali Majid

Gold

• Multan Sultans: Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Faisal Akram, Akif Javed, Tayyab Tahir

• Lahore Qalandars: Zaman Khan, Jahandad Khan, Asif Afridi, Asif Ali

• Islamabad United: Azam Khan, Haider Ali, Salman Irshad, Rumman Raees

• Peshawar Zalmi: Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Ali, Abdul Samad, Hussain Talat, Sufyan Muqeem, Ahmed Daniyal, Ihsanullah

• Quetta Gladiators: Khurram Shahzad, Haseebullah Khan, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Hassan Nawaz, Danish Aziz

• Karachi Kings: Khushdil Shah, Aamer Jamal, Irfan Khan Niazi, Mir Hamza, Zahid Mahmood, Omair bin Yousuf, Shahnawaz Dahani, Arafat Minhas

Diamond

• Karachi Kings: Abbas Afridi, Shan Masood

• Lahore Qalandars: Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Salman Mirza

• Peshawar Zalmi: Sufiyan Muqeem

• Multan Sultans: Usama Mir, Iftikhar Ahmed, Usman Khan

• Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Usman Tariq

READ: Silver, Gold category players revealed ahead of PSL 11 auction

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday announced the fourth qualified bidder for the auction of two new Pakistan Super League (PSL) teams ahead of season 11.

The development was shared through the PSL’s official social media platforms, where Jazz was confirmed as the fourth bidder to clear the qualification process.

The auction becomes more exciting 🔥@jazzpk confirmed as Bidder #4⃣ out of 🔟 for the HBL PSL Teams Auction.
🗓️ 8 January 2026#HBLPSL | #NewEra pic.twitter.com/WJFSsVbRgN

— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) January 6, 2026

The telecom giant, Jazz, joins Inverex Solar Energy, OZ Group of Companies and VGO TEL Mobile, who were previously revealed as the first three qualified bidders for the PSL auction.

The much-anticipated auction for the two new teams is scheduled to take place on Thursday at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad.

The upcoming edition of the PSL is set to be held from March 26 to May 3.

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As part of the league’s expansion from six to eight teams, the PCB has been conducting technical and financial evaluations of proposals submitted by interested groups.

The process aims to ensure long-term stability and commercial strength as the league enters a new phase.

Successful bidders will also be granted the right to select a home city from a PCB-approved list, which includes Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Sialkot, Muzaffarabad and Gilgit.

Adding further significance to the event, legendary former Pakistan captain and brand ambassador for PSL 11, Wasim Akram, will oversee the auction proceedings.

READ: PCB reveals first three qualified bidders for PSL 11 auction

LAHORE: T20I skipper Salman Ali Agha will headline the star-studded lineup of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) second global roadshow in New York, USA.

Apart from Agha, five other players, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood, and Saud Shakeel, will add sparkle to the event.

The announcement came via the Pakistan Cricket Board’s website, with the event scheduled for 13 December at 4p.m.

“The New York Roadshow is part of the PCB’s global outreach strategy aimed at engaging with international investors ahead of the auction of two HBL PSL franchises, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 6 January 2026,” the board said in a press release.

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“The initiative is designed to highlight the league’s commercial strength, global following, and long-term growth potential,” it added.

The press release also mentioned inquiring about details by emailing [email protected].

 

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This will be the second PSL roadshow in a week, with the previous one held at Lord’s Cricket Ground on December 7.

Ace batter Babar Azam, former captain Wasim Akram, and opener Sahibzada Farhan, Haris Rauf, commentator Ramiz Raja, and singer Ali Zafar headlined the event.

It is pertinent to mention that PSL, which began in 2016 with five outfits, is set to expand with the addition of two new teams.

Notably, the league expanded to five teams in 2018 with the addition of Multan Sultans.

With the addition of two new teams, the league will undergo its first major restructuring in seven years, taking the total to eight teams.

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, unveiled the prize money for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 on Friday, which will feature an expanded eight-team lineup.

In a post on his official X account, Naqvi confirmed that the PSL 11 champions will receive $500,000, while the runners-up will earn $300,000.

He also introduced a new category recognising off-field impact, announcing $200,000 for the “Best Franchise Contributing Towards Cricket Development.”

“Complementing the Pakistan Super League’s growth, I am thrilled to announce a new reward for franchises in the forthcoming editions,” Naqvi wrote on his official X account.

This major financial announcement arrives on the same day the PCB confirmed the auction date for the league’s two new franchise teams.

The auction, set to shape PSL 11, will take place on 6 January 2026, marking a pivotal moment in the tournament’s expansion.

The shortlisted cities in contention for franchise allocation include Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Sialkot, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit.

Only technically qualified bidders will be invited to the auction, and successful bidders will be granted the right to choose their preferred city or team name from the shortlisted pool.

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Highlighting the league’s growing stature globally, the PCB noted:

“The HBL PSL, now recognised as one of the premier T20 leagues, continues to grow in commercial strength, fan following and overall impact. We look forward to welcoming new stakeholders to the PSL ecosystem.”

Thursday’s announcement also comes on the heels of recent confusion triggered by social media reports claiming that the two new team names had already been finalised.

Rumours had suggested that Faisalabad and Gilgit were the frontrunners.

However, the PCB dismissed those claims, clarifying once again that franchise names will only be determined after the auction and strictly in accordance with the procedure outlined in the official bid documents.

READ: PCB confirms auction date for two new PSL teams

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly created a backup plan for the potential termination of the Multan Sultans franchise due to ongoing tensions with the franchise owner, Ali Tareen.

According to sources, the PCB has initiated contact with one to two potential investors who have expressed interest in acquiring the Multan Sultans franchise, should the current ownership situation deteriorate further.

“If matters are not settled with the existing management, the franchise could be sold to a new owner,” insiders revealed.

The board, however, is reported to be moving forward with great deliberation.

Officials have stressed that no action will be taken near the league’s valuation process, as the PCB wants to avoid any disruption that could affect the Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) credibility.

Relations between the PCB and the Multan Sultans management have reportedly soured over several issues in recent months.

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The latest flashpoint came when the board issued a legal notice to Ali Tareen for allegedly violating the PSL code of conduct and franchise agreement.

The notice warned of potential termination of the franchise and blacklisting of Tareen from future league involvement.

In response, Tareen released a sarcastic “apology” video on his social media platforms, mocking the PCB’s handling of the situation while publicly tearing up the legal notice.

“I didn’t receive a single call, message, or invitation to resolve this matter,” Tareen said in the video. “Instead, I was served a legal notice. If you were more competent, you’d know these matters aren’t handled this way.”

Although Tareen’s video was framed as an apology, it was filled with biting irony. The video concluded dramatically with Tareen tearing the legal notice in half, stating, “So, I hope you like my apology video.”

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) stakeholders praised the marquee league’s progress over the past decade in a post-meeting feedback with the management.

A day earlier, PSL management shared insights and data on the league’s growth over the years.

The meeting was headed by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salman Naseer at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), in which representatives of franchises, the title sponsor, media rights partners, and commercial partners participated.

“Ali Imran, Rao Umar Hashim Khan, and Ayaz Imam from Walee Technologies, Trans Group, and A Sports, respectively, took part in the stakeholders meeting and shared their views with the PCB Digital,” the PCB stated in a statement.

The Senior Vice President of A Sports, Ayaz Imam, referred to the marquee league as the biggest tournament in Pakistan.

“HBL PSL is the biggest tournament in Pakistan at the moment, and thanks to the Almighty, the success in 10 years has been tremendous, and I feel it will keep on excelling in the future. As the broadcaster of this tournament, we take pride. Our ratings go higher and higher every time the PSL comes around,” he said.

Ali Imran, Senior Vice President of Walee Technologies, also hailed the record-breaking PSL X, emphasizing the streaming records.

“I think HBL PSL X was just amazing. Walee partnered with biggest live-streaming and digital platforms in Pakistan including Begin, Daraz, Myco, Tamasha and Tapmad. This is the first time 57.4 million fans from Pakistan streamed the PSL matches and there were over 3.4 billionm views across these platforms.

“The way the PSL team works is amazing and they have been a great support for Walee Technologies in bringing the HBL PSL closer to the fans. I urge the fans to get ready to witness the biggest PSL event next year as we plan to bring more digital innovations to fore,” he said.

Rao Umar Hashim Khan, Group Director, Trans Group, extended his best wishes for the tournament’s future success.

“Being the pioneer partner, I have the best wishes for the HBL PSL and I feel it is going to become the biggest cricketing event in the world. PSL is growing every season and we are hopeful that we’ll showcase lots of good cricket in times to come, ” he said.

“It has been an honour for Trans Group to be part of the HBL PSL for the entirety of the 10 seasons. It is such a joy to be a part of the PSL and everywhere we go it feels amazing to represent Pakistan’s mega event,” Hashim Khan added.”

The Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of HBL, Ali Habib, highlighted the tournament’s progress and hailed it as the nation’s biggest sporting event.

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“Everyone should reflect on the remarkable consistency of the HBL PSL for the last 10 years. At the start of every year the fans get excited about a new HBL PSL season, which in turn has made it as one of the biggest sporting brands.

“We should all pat our back for this wonderful achievement. Over the last 10 years we have shown to the world that we have the capacity, capability and organizational skills to pull off a vast six-week tournament across Pakistan involving over 60 overseas players,” he concluded.

For the unversed, the inaugural season of Pakistan’s first franchise-based league, PSL, kicked off in 2016 with a glitzy opening ceremony held at the Dubai Sports City Stadium.

Initially, five teams participated in the tournament: Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Lahore Qalandars, and Karachi Kings. However, in 2018, another team, Multan Sultans, was added to the competition, making the league a six-team tournament.

The 10th edition of the tournament, named PSL X, ran from April 11 to May 25 and featured a total of 34 matches, marking the most successful edition in the tournament’s history.

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) management shared insights into its decade-long progress, headed by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salman Naseer, here on Wednesday at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

The inaugural season of Pakistan’s first franchise-based league, PSL, kicked off in 2016 with a glitzy opening ceremony held at the Dubai Sports City Stadium.

Initially, five teams participated in the tournament: Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Lahore Qalandars, and Karachi Kings. However, in 2018, another team, Multan Sultans, was added to the competition, making the league a six-team tournament.

The 10th edition of the tournament, named PSL X, ran from April 11 to May 25 and featured a total of 34 matches, marking the most successful edition in the tournament’s history.

The Cricket Board has also shared the salient features of PSL X during the meeting.

“An impressive 647.25% increase in live streaming from PSL 9 to PSL X, highlighting the growing popularity of the league. In total, fans in Pakistan watched 48.5 billion cumulative minutes across live streaming platforms,” PCB stated.

“The PSL Playoffs and Final garnered 511 million views within the country, showcasing strong viewer engagement. Notably, 53% of the audience came from urban areas, while 47% were from rural regions,” it added.

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Moreover, the statement noted that PSL X also garnered a massive social media following through the tournament’s online content.

“The league has also amassed a substantial social media following, with 22 million fans engaging with PSL content online,” the cricket governing body said.

During the meeting, the management of the Marquee League demonstrated data and analytics regarding the PSL’s progress over the years. The workshop also reflected on the statistical analysis between the ninth and tenth editions of the league.

Speaking on occasion, Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi praised PSL standards while calling the tournament a symbol of determination.

“The Pakistan Super League has not only grown into a premier cricketing brand but has also served as a symbol of resilience, hope, and unity during challenging times, he said.

“As we look to the future, the PCB remains committed to strengthening and evolving the league further. We envision an even more competitive, inclusive and globally engaging tournament that continues to bring joy to cricket fans and honour to Pakistan,” Mohsin Naqvi added.

PCB’s CEO, Salman Naseer, lauded PSL X’s digital engagement, emphasizing the significant increase in live streaming during the tournament.

“The substantial growth in digital engagement, particularly the 647 per cent surge in live streaming, is a testament to the league’s increasing popularity among cricket fans, ” he said.

“PSL is not just a tournament, it’s a movement that unites fans across the globe. As we look ahead towards the next decade, we cannot wait to unravel new stories and thrilling experiences for the fans. Exciting times ahead!” Salman Naseer concluded.

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The 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), set to be played in 2026, may feature eight teams, according to tournament CEO Salman Naseer.

The first edition of the league was staged in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2016 due to security concerns, but it is staged in Pakistan, where it vows to strengthen its commercial appeal and competitiveness.

In the inaugural edition, PSL featured five teams – Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators – before being expanded to six sides with the inclusion of Multan Sultans in 2018.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has also stated that PSL 10 will be the last featuring six teams. Two more teams would be added in 2026.

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The CEO of PSL announced that the league will expand by adding two more teams by the end of this year.

“By the end of this year, we might get two more teams,” Naseer told local media on Thursday.

“We started at a time when no cricket was happening in Pakistan. The challenge was to bring it back.”

“Now that we’ve successfully brought cricket back to traditional centres, the next step is expanding beyond these four cities (Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi and Multan),” he said.

Salman Naseer also mentioned that adding two more teams would be an interesting challenge, highlighting the potential for a larger tournament window.

“This year will be an interesting test, and with more teams, we anticipate a bigger window,” Naseer added.

“Some of our rights are up for valuation after this PSL. A lot will depend on the data we gather,” he concluded.

Notably, the January-February window of the Pakistan Super League now faces strong competition from South Africa’s (SA T20) and the UAE’s International League T20 (ILT20).

Additionally, its value will be influenced by post-season data as broadcasting rights are auctioned.

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), on Friday, revealed the schedule of the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, starting from 11 April 2025.

The PSL 10 will begin from Friday, 11 April with defending champions Islamabad United taking on two times champions Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The six-team tournament will see 34 matches from 11 April to 18 May, with Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium set to host 13 matches, including two Eliminators and the final.

Also, the upcoming edition will feature an exhibition match, which will be played on 8 April in Peshawar. The teams of the match will be confirmed in due course.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will host 11 matches, including Qualifier 1 on 13 May. Karachi’s National Bank Stadium and Multan Cricket Stadium will host five matches each.

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The marquee event will also feature three double-headers, with two matches on weekends (Saturday) and one on a national holiday (Labour Day).

Karachi Kings, the winners of the league’s fifth edition, will begin their campaign on 12 April in their own backyard against runners-up of the last edition, Multan Sultans.

The first PSL 10 match in Multan will be played on 22 April between the Multan Sultans and Lahore Qalandars.

The newly constructed Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium will welcome the tenth edition of the PSL on 24 April with home side Qalandars, winners of the seventh and eighth editions, taking on Peshawar Zalmi.

Peshawar Zalmi, champions of the PSL 2017, will play their five matches at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, while the winners of the fourth edition, Quetta Gladiators, will play five matches at the Gaddafi Stadium.

“We are thrilled to officially announce the schedule for the historic 10th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League. Over the past decade, the HBL PSL has grown into a globally recognised tournament, showcasing the best of Pakistan’s cricketing talent,” said PSL Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salman Naseer.

“The fans in this year’s tournament will not only see high-profile international cricketers but will also witness 34 high-octane matches across four major cities—Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi.

“As part of our commitment to expanding the reach of the HBL PSL, we are delighted to host an exhibition match in Peshawar before the start of the tournament, which is a significant step in bringing top-tier cricket to Peshawar, a city with a deep-rooted love for the game.

“We remain dedicated to enhancing the experience for players, fans, and stakeholders, who have witnessed some breathtaking contests in the league over the years.”

Schedule of PSL 10

11 April – Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

12 April – Peshawar Zalmi v Quetta Gladiators, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium; Karachi Kings v Multan Sultans, National Bank Stadium, Karachi

13 April – Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Qalandars, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

14 April – Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

15 April – Karachi Kings v Lahore Qalandars, National Bank Stadium, Karachi

16 April – Islamabad United v Multan Sultans, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

18 April – Karachi Kings v Quetta Gladiators, National Bank Stadium, Karachi

19 April – Peshawar Zalmi v Multan Sultans, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

20 April – Karachi Kings v Islamabad United, National Bank Stadium, Karachi

21 April – Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi, National Bank Stadium, Karachi

22 April – Multan Sultans v Lahore Qalandars, Multan Cricket Stadium

23 April – Multan Sultans v Islamabad United, Multan Cricket Stadium

24 April – Lahore Qalandars v Peshawar Zalmi, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

25 April – Quetta Gladiators v Karachi Kings, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

26 April – Lahore Qalandars v Multan Sultans, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

27 April – Quetta Gladiators v Peshawar Zalmi, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

29 April – Quetta Gladiators v Multan Sultans, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

30 April – Lahore Qalandars v Islamabad United, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

1 May – Multan Sultans v Karachi Kings, Multan Cricket Stadium; Lahore Qalandars v Quetta Gladiators, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

2 May – Peshawar Zalmi v Islamabad United, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

3 May – Quetta Gladiators v Islamabad United, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

4 May – Lahore Qalandars v Karachi Kings, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

5 May – Multan Sultans v Peshawar Zalmi, Multan Cricket Stadium

7 May – Islamabad United v Quetta Gladiators, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

8 May – Peshawar Zalmi v Karachi Kings, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

9 May – Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

10 May – Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators, Multan Cricket Stadium; Islamabad United v Karachi Kings, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

13 May – Qualifier 1, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

14 May – Eliminator 1, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

16 May – Eliminator 2, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

18 May – Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

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LAHORE: Karachi Kings picked pace bowler Mir Hamza and Bangladesh wicket-keeper Litton Das in the Silver category of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft here on Monday.

Mir Hamza, a talented fast bowler who was recently released by Karachi Kings in preparation for the PSL 10 Draft, made a triumphant return as the first selection in the Silver Category when the Kings decided to bring him back into their fold.

Known for his skill in swinging the new ball, Hamza has established himself as a valuable asset in the league. Throughout his PSL career, he has taken an impressive 23 wickets in just 20 matches, showcasing his effectiveness and potential.

Karachi Kings followed up this strategic acquisition by securing the services of the Bangladeshi batter Litton Das as their second pick. At 30 years old, Das is celebrated for his calm and composed demeanour at the crease, making him a formidable presence in the batting lineup.

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With a noteworthy career tally of 2020 runs in international T20 matches, he has demonstrated his capacity for aggressive batting, underscored by his 11 half-centuries in 95 T20I appearances for Bangladesh. Overall, his experience shines through with an impressive total of 5123 runs accumulated across 227 T20 games, highlighting his prowess as a dynamic and prolific run-scorer in the format.

It’s worth noting that Mir Hamza and Litton Das have joined young all-rounder Arafat Minhas, New Zealand batter Tim Seifert and leg-spinner Zahid Mehmood, who were retained ahead of the draft.

Arafat Minhas, the talk-of-the-town all-rounder, has been retained in the Silver category. In addition to his on-field contributions, he will serve as the Kings’ brand ambassador, exemplifying the multifaceted role of a modern cricketer who excels both on and off the field.

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Tim Seifert, a versatile wicketkeeper-batsman, adds depth and flexibility to the squad. His ability to fortify the top order and enhance the wicketkeeping department ensures a robust team structure, ready to tackle the challenges of the season.

Zahid Mehmood was impressive last season and the experienced wrist spinner has been retained to strengthen the spin department of Karachi Kings.

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