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LAHORE: Faham-ul-Haq, U19 cricketer and son of former captain Misbah-ul-Haq, has been named in the Emerging category for the upcoming Player Draft of season 10 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed its much-anticipated roster of local talent in the Emerging category on Friday, showcasing a wealth of potential and skill.

Among the standout names are Hunain Shah and Ubaid Shah, who are the younger brothers of fast-bowling sensation Naseem Shah. Last season, both Hunain and Ubaid represented the champions Islamabad United with Naseem.

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The emerging player list also highlights Shahzaib Khan, who took the cricketing world by storm during the ACC U19 Asia Cup 2024, where he finished as the top run-scorer with an impressive total of 336 runs.

His remarkable performance included a dazzling innings of 159 runs in the tournament opener, a match where he led Pakistan to a resounding victory against their arch-rivals, India, demonstrating his remarkable talent and potential for future greatness in the sport.

 

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It’s worth noting that, the PCB on 7 January announced to reschedule the PSL 10 Player Draft, which will now take place on 13 January at Huzoori Bagh, Lahore Fort.

The event has been moved from the earlier announced venue, Gwadar, due to unforeseen logistical challenges. The PSL 10 Trophy Tour scheduled in March will now feature Gwadar as a key location on its route across Pakistan.

The landmark season 10 of the PSL is slotted to take place between 8 April and 19 May later this year. The six franchises will assemble their star-studded squads on Monday, 13 January during the Player Draft ceremony at one of Lahore’s most iconic heritage sites.

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced a revised pick order for the eagerly awaited Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 Player Draft.

The revised pick order reveals a reduction in the number of player draft categories, with Platinum categories being reduced to two from the previous three.

Additionally, the Diamond categories have been trimmed down from three to a single category, while the Gold categories have also seen a decrease from three to two.

The Silver categories have been reduced from five to three, creating a more focused and strategic drafting process.

Lahore Qalandars will make the first pick in the Platinum 1 category, followed by Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators, Peshawar Zalmi, Multan Sultans, and Islamabad United.

Turning to the Platinum 2 category, the Quetta Gladiators are in an advantageous position with the first pick, again succeeded by the Karachi Kings.

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It’s worth noting that, the PCB on Tuesday announced to reschedule the PSL 10 Player Draft, which will now take place on 13 January at Huzoori Bagh, Lahore Fort.

The event has been moved from the earlier announced venue, Gwadar, due to unforeseen logistical challenges. The PSL 10 Trophy Tour scheduled in March will now feature Gwadar as a key location on its route across Pakistan.

The landmark season 10 of the PSL is slotted to take place between 8 April and 19 May later this year. The six franchises will assemble their star-studded squads on Monday, 13 January during the Player Draft ceremony at one of Lahore’s most iconic heritage sites.

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday confirmed that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 Player Draft has been rescheduled and will now take place on 13 January here at Huzoori Bagh, Lahore Fort.

The event has been moved from the earlier announced venue, Gwadar, due to unforeseen logistical challenges. The PSL 10 Trophy Tour scheduled in March will now feature Gwadar as a key location on its route across Pakistan.

The landmark season 10 of the PSL is slotted to take place between 8 April and 19 May later this year. The six franchises will assemble their star-studded squads on Monday, 13 January during the Player Draft ceremony at one of Lahore’s most iconic heritage sites.

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It’s worth noting that the six franchises, on January 4, revealed their retentions ahead of the Players Draft for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10.

Each franchise was allowed a maximum of eight player retentions from their previous squad. Three franchises made full use of the retentions except Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans and Peshawar Zalmi – who retained seven players each.

Full retentions for PSL 10

Islamabad United: Shadab Khan and Naseem Shah (both Platinum), Imad Wasim (mentor) and Azam Khan (Diamond), Salman Ali Agha (Brand Ambassador) and Haider Ali (Both Gold, Colin Munro and Rumman Raees (both Silver)

Multan Sultans: Mohammad Rizwan and Usama Mir (both Platinum), David Willey (mentor), Iftikhar Ahmed (Brand Ambassador) and Usman Khan (all Diamond), Chris Jordan (Gold), Faisal Akram (Silver)

Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam, Saim Ayub (both Platinum), Mohammad Haris (Diamond), Arif Yaqoob, Mehran Mumtaz and Sufyan Moqim (Brand Ambassador) (all silver), Ali Raza (Emerging)

Quetta Gladiators: Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir (mentor) and Rilee Rossouw (all Diamond), Akeal Hosein, Saud Shakeel (Brand Ambassador) and Mohammad Wasim Jnr (all Gold), Khawaja Muhammad Nafay and Usman Tariq (Silver)

Karachi Kings: Hasan Ali and James Vince (both Diamond), Muhammad Irfan Khan and Shan Masood (both Gold), Arafat Minhas (Brand Ambassador), Tim Seifert and Zahid Mehmood (all Silver)

Lahore Qalandars: Shaheen Shah Afridi and Fakhar Zaman (both Platinum), Haris Rauf (Brand Ambassador) and Sikandar Raza (both Diamond), Abdullah Shafique, Jahandad Khan and Zaman Khan (all Gold), David Wiese (Silver)

Successful category relegation requests: Rumman Raees (Islamabad United), Hasan Ali, Shan Masood and Zahid Mehmood (all Karachi Kings), Abdullah Shafique (Lahore Qalandars), Faisal Akram (Multan Sultans)

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Veteran Pakistan all-rounder Shoaib Malik announced on Friday that he will be parting ways with the former champions Karachi Kings ahead of the highly anticipated player draft for the upcoming season 10 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

In a heartfelt message shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Malik expressed his sentiments stating that his journey with the Kings has “come to an end” after four seasons.

“I would like to announce that my time with the Karachi Kings has come to an end. It has been a great experience playing for this amazing franchise and teammates,” wrote Malik.

The former captain extended his gratitude to the management of the Karachi Kings for their unwavering support throughout his time with the team.

“During my two stints with the team, Salman Iqbal and the management have been super accommodating and supportive,” he added.

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He also conveyed his eagerness to participate in the PSL draft for the first time since the league’s inception in 2016.

“Best wishes to you guys. Looking forward to be a part of the PSL Draft for the first time and an exciting season ahead,” he concluded

For the unversed, Shoaib Malik has been a mainstay of the PSL since its very beginning, having represented three different franchises – Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans, and Peshawar Zalmi.

He is currently the fourth-leading run-scorer in the history of the PSL, accumulating a total of 2,336 runs with an average of 33.37 across 91 games. In addition to his batting prowess, Malik has also showcased his all-round capabilities, taking 17 wickets over the years.

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New Zealand express pacer Adam Milne has registered for the highly-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft on Wednesday.

The player draft for the tenth season of the PSL will take place in the port city of Gwadar in Balochistan on Saturday, 11 January 2025. The start timing of the event will be shared in due course.

The 32-year-old pacer’s registration for the upcoming season was confirmed through a banner post on the PSL’s social media accounts, which was captioned “Kiwi Speedster Alert! Adam Milne enters the PSL Draft.”

Milne has played 53 T20Is for New Zealand since making his debut in 2012 and has taken 57 wickets at an average of 24.98. Although his career has been plagued with injuries, he has made a name for himself as one of the fastest pacers in New Zealand.

He has extensive experience in international leagues, having played in the Big Bash League (BBL), The Hundred Men’s Competition, Indian Premier League, and the Vitality Blast.

Notably, Milne is the fifth player from New Zealand to join the ranks, making him the 24th player overall to sign up for the PSL 10 Player Draft.

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Prior to him explosive Kiwi batters Colin Munro, Daryl Mitchell and Martin Guptill as well as veteran pacer Tim Southee have registered for the upcoming season of the league.

Other than them, a host of international stars have officially signed up for the eagerly awaited draft, including David Warner, Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosh, Rilee Rossouw, Matthew Short, Gudakesh Motie, Alex Hales, Luke Wood, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Curran, David Willey, Dawid Malan, Jason Roy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman and Sikandar Raza.

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Former Australian opening batter David Warner has registered for the highly-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft on Tuesday.

The player draft for the tenth season of the PSL will take place in the port city of Gwadar in Balochistan on Saturday, 11 January 2025. The start timing of the event will be shared in due course.

Warner’s registration for the upcoming season was confirmed through a banner post on the PSL’s social media accounts, which was captioned “ENDING 2024 ON A HIGH. The Aussie powerhouse David Warner has registered for the PSL Draft.”

David Warner has made a name for himself as one of the most explosive top-order batters across all formats. He has represented Australia in 110 T20Is and has amassed 3277 with one century and 28 fifties.

Warner is currently captaining Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League (BBL) and was declared player of the match in their last game against Melbourne Renegades for his 86-run knock from 57 balls.

Notably, Warner is the 23rd foreign player and fourth Australian player to register for the PSL 10 Player Draft so far.

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Prior to him his fellow opener Usman Khawaja, wicket-keeper Alex Carey and pacer Sean Abbott have registered for the upcoming season of the league.

Other than them, a host of international stars have officially signed up for the eagerly awaited draft, including Colin Munro, Daryl Mitchell, Martin Guptill, Tim Southee, Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosh, Rilee Rossouw, Matthew Short, Gudakesh Motie, Alex Hales, Luke Wood, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Curran, David Willey, Dawid Malan, Jason Roy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman and Sikandar Raza.

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Veteran New Zealand pacer Tim Southee has registered for the highly-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft on Tuesday.

The draft will take place in the port city of Gwadar in Balochistan on Saturday, 11 January 2025. The start timing of the event will be shared in due course.

Southee’s registration for the upcoming season was confirmed through a banner post on the PSL’s social media accounts, which was captioned “Kiwi pace supreme Tim Southee enters the HBL PSL Draft.”

At 36 years old, he is a notable figure in the world of cricket, currently holding the record for the highest wicket-taker in T20I history. Since his debut in 2009, he has taken a total of 164 wickets in 126 matches.

His skills as a fast bowler have made him one of the most in-demand players in various franchise leagues around the world.

He has showcased his talent in prestigious competitions such as The Hundred Men’s Competition, the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Vitality Blast, and the Champions League T20.

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In a notable addition to his career, Southee has recently made headlines by registering for the PSL 10 Player Draft, marking him as the fourth New Zealander and the 22nd foreign player overall to do so.

Prior to him explosive Kiwi batters Colin Munro, Daryl Mitchell and Martin Guptill have registered for the upcoming season of the league.

A host of international stars have officially signed up for the eagerly awaited Pakistan Super League (PSL) draft, including Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosh, Rilee Rossouw, Matthew Short, Gudakesh Motie, Alex Hales, Luke Wood, Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja,  Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Curran, David Willey, Dawid Malan, Jason Roy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman and Sikandar Raza.

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South Africa’s top-order Rilee Rossouw has signed up for the highly-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft.

The draft will take place in the port city of Gwadar in Balochistan on Saturday, 11 January 2025. The start timing of the event will be shared in due course.

Rossouw’s registration for the upcoming season was confirmed through a video post on the PSL’s social media accounts.

The video showcased the remarkable batting feats of Rilee Rossouw from his previous appearances in the league. “South African hard-hitting left-hander Rilee Rossouw enters the HBL PSL Draft,” the video caption stated.

Rossouw stands out as one of the most prominent foreign players in the league’s history, boasting an impressive track record that includes clinching the championship title twice with the Quetta Gladiators and the Multan Sultans.

Over the course of eight editions, Rossouw has participated in 84 matches, amassing a total of 2015 runs. He boasts a commendable batting average of 31.98 combined with an astonishing strike rate of 142.7.

He has notched up two centuries and ten half-centuries, showcasing his ability to anchor innings and accelerate scoring when needed.

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Rilee Rossouw has become the 11th foreign player to register for the PSL 10 Player Draft.

He joins an impressive roster that features New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, Australia’s dynamic trio of Alex Carey and Usman Khawaja, as well as England’s skilled players including Tom Curran, David Willey, Dawid Malan, and Jason Roy.

Additionally, stars like Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman, along with Zimbabwe’s talented Sikandar Raza, are also part of the draft.

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