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The countdown to the much-anticipated season 10 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is nearly over, with all six franchises having finalised their squads for the marquee tournament.

While the initial squads were locked during the PSL 10 player draft held at Lahore’s historic Huzoori Bagh on January 13, 2025, minor tweaks and changes have since been made across the teams.

The PSL 10 will begin on Friday, 11 April, with defending champions Islamabad United taking on two-time 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.

Final Squads for PSL 10

Islamabad United: Shadab Khan (c), Matthew Short, Naseem Shah, Imad Wasim, Azam Khan, Jason Holder, Ben Dwarhuis, Salman Ali Agha, Haider Ali, Andries Gous, Colin Munro, Muhammad Nawaz, Rumman Raees, Salman Irshad, Hunain Shah, Saad Masood, Riley Meredith, Rassie van der Dussen, Alex Carey

Multan Sultans: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Michael Bracewell, Usama Mir, David Willey, Iftikhar Ahmed, Usman Khan, Chris Jordan, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Akif Javed, Gudakesh Motie, Josh Little, Faisal Akram, Tayyab Tahir, Ubaid Shah, Shahid Aziz, Johnson Charles, Muhammad Amir Barki, Shai Hope, Yasir Khan

Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Mohammad Haris, George Linde, Mohammad Ali, Hussain Talat, Nahid Rana, Abdul Samad, Arif Yaqoob, Mehran Mumtaz, Sufiyan Muqeem, Max Bryant, Najibullah Zadran, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, Ahmed Daniyal, Alzarri Joseph, Luke Wood.

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Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel (c), Faheem Ashraf, Shoaib Malik, Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir, Rilee Rossouw, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Haseebullah Khan, Khawaja Muhammad Nafay, Kyle Jamieson, Khurram Shahzad, Usman Tariq, Mohammad Zeeshan, Hasan Nawaz, Danish Aziz, Kusal Mendis, Sean Abbott.

Karachi Kings: David Warner (c), Hasan Ali (vc), Abbas Afridi, Adam Milne, James Vince,  Khushdil Shah, Shan Masood, Mohammad Irfan Khan, Aamir Jamal, Arafat Minhas, Tim Seifert, Zahid Mahmood, Litton Das, Mir Hamza, Fawad Ali, Riazullah, Omair Bin Yousuf, Kane Williamson, Mohammad Nabi, and Mirza Mamoon.

Lahore Qalandars: Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Daryl Mitchell, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Kusal Perera, Sikandar Raza, Abdullah Shafique, Jahandad Khan, Zaman Khan, Asif Afridi, Asif Ali, David Wiese, Muhammad Akhlaq, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Azab, Momin Qamar, Mohammad Naeem, Sam Billings, Salman Ali Mirza, Tom Curran.

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Peshawar Zalmi have launched a star-studded short film and an official anthem for the much-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL 10), set to kick off on April 11.

To reignite their fans’ enthusiasm, the 2017 champions presented a motivational short film featuring the well-known Pakistani actress Mahira Khan.

This was complemented by an exciting anthem sung by acclaimed local artists Mustafa Zahid and Aima Baig.

The music video showcases a series of clips featuring star players, including captain Babar Azam and top-order batter Saim Ayub, as they practice and engage with fans, all designed to boost morale for the upcoming season.

For the unversed, PSL 10 is set to commence on April 11, 2025. The opening match will see defending champions Islamabad United take on two-time winners Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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The tournament, featuring six teams and 34 matches, will run from April 11 to May 18. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium is set to host 13 matches, including both Eliminators and the grand final.

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

Peshawar Zalmi will open their PSL 10 campaign against Quetta Gladiators on Saturday, April 12, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium — a day after defending champions Islamabad United take on Lahore Qalandars in the tournament opener.

Peshawar Zalmi Squad for PSL 10

Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Mohammad Haris, George Linde, Mohammad Ali, Hussain Talat, Nahid Rana, Abdul Samad, Arif Yaqoob, Mehran Mumtaz, Sufiyan Muqeem, Najibullah Zadran, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, Ahmed Daniyal, Alzarri Joseph.

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KARACHI: Former England pacer David Willey aims to excel for Multan Sultans in the forthcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, starting this Friday.

While speaking to the media at the National Bank Stadium here, Willey expressed his excitement about being part of the PSL again.

He highlighted the quality of cricket in the marquee event while mentioning the challenge of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and PSL this year.

“PSL and IPL are happening at the same time, and I don’t know how it is navigated, but from a personal point of view, I love being here in Pakistan,” Willey remarked.

The 35-year-old pacer recalled his experience of playing in Pakistan, emphasizing Multan Sultan’s previous record in the PSL.

“Delighted to be back for Multan; thoroughly enjoyed being here and playing cricket in Pakistan.”

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“Multan is a great franchise with some success and a lot of almost success, and obviously, of the back of the last year, the goal this year is to go one further, ” he concluded.

It’s worth noting that PSL 10 is set to commence on April 11, 2025. The opening match will see defending champions Islamabad United take on two-time winners Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The tournament, featuring six teams and 34 matches, will run from April 11 to May 18. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium is set to host 13 matches, including both Eliminators and the grand final.

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.

READ: PSL 10 set to introduce Player Tracking Technology

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced that Player Tracking Technology will be used for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.

The technology will keep a ball-by-ball record of various aspects of play.

“The players’ movements, including fielders’ coordinates, bowler run-ups, and batting stances on the field, will be tracked frame-by-frame on each delivery, the PCB said in a statement.

The spectators will be able to watch the data gathered from each ball on the screen during the PSL 10 matches.

The main features of the Player Tracking Technology include zone-based performance analysis for the fielders, scoring-zone integration for the batters, ball-catching analysis on caught dismissals, and a breakdown of field placements.

Following the announcement, PSL Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salman Naseer emphasized the importance of technology in enhancing the fan experience, mentioning the league’s commitment to innovation.

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“The HBL PSL has always embraced innovation and with the introduction of Player Tracking Technology in its upcoming edition, we are taking a step forward in enriching the fan experience, ” he said.

“Our goal has always been to deliver world-class coverage. Player Tracking Technology is another step towards making the HBL PSL a benchmark for modern cricket broadcasting,” he concluded.

It’s worth noting that PSL 10 is set to commence on April 11, 2025. The opening match will see defending champions Islamabad United take on two-time winners Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The tournament, featuring six teams and 34 matches, will run from April 11 to May 18. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium is set to host 13 matches, including both Eliminators and the grand final.

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.

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Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Hasnain feels optimistic about securing a place in the upcoming Asia Cup, driven by his performances in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, which kicks off on April 11.

In a recent interview with a private TV channel, Hasnain expressed his determination to perform at his best during the marquee event and make a mark for the selection of the national team for the Asia Cup.

“My goal in the league is to perform my best and make a place in the team for the Asia Cup,” he mentioned.

The 25-year-old pacer expressed his excitement for the landmark edition of PSL, noting the positive preparations in the tournament’s lead-up.

“I am excited for PSL, and the preparations for the event have been quite good,” said Hasnain.

“I had good training in Multan for four days, and now I am in Karachi,” he added.

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Mohammad Hasnain, who will be representing Multan Sultans this season, remained positive about the team’s preparations amid intense preparations.

“I hope that with such a good team and preparation, the result will be just as good,” he stated.

The Hyderabad-born fast bowler highlighted the importance of PSL for both emerging and experienced players.

“PSL is a great platform for young players, I also came through this league,” said Hasnain.

“Senior players can also make a comeback by performing well, in this league,” he remarked.

Mohammad Hasnain emphasized the competitive nature of PSL 10, considering it an opportunity to showcase his skills.

He also recalled the electric atmosphere in Karachi, acknowledging the city’s passion for cricket.

“Many people follow PSL, and I hope this edition will also feature good cricket,” said the right-arm pacer.

“I have played matches in Karachi where the crowd was great, and we won. People come to watch matches in Karachi,” he recalled.

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Veteran Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has rejoined the Karachi Kings for the upcoming HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, expressing his excitement to be back with the franchise and his desire to deliver something special this season.

Nabi, who previously represented the Kings in the 2021 and 2022 editions, joined the squad yesterday after being picked in the supplementary category for PSL 10.

This marks his fourth PSL season overall, having debuted with Quetta Gladiators in the inaugural edition back in 2016.

“I’m really happy to be back with the Karachi Kings. I’ve always enjoyed my time here, and the environment has been great from day one. I played two seasons with this team, and I’m hopeful that I can perform well and help achieve something special this time around,” said Nabi after his first training session with the team.

Reflecting on his global T20 experience across leagues and teams, the Afghan all-rounder believes that adapting to different environments helps build chemistry quickly—especially with local players.

“When you’ve played in different leagues across the world, with different teams and players, it becomes easier to adjust,” he added.

“Yes, this is a new combination again, and it might take a day or two, but I’m confident we’ll click soon, especially with the young local talent around. There’s a lot of potential in this squad, and I’m excited to work with them.”

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With a wealth of experience under his belt, Mohammad Nabi spoke highly of the team’s leadership and coaching setup, including captain David Warner, head coach Ravi Bopara, and bowling coach Shaun Tait.

“It’s a very positive environment here. The combination of senior guys like David, Ravi, Shaun, and myself is a great mix,” he stated.

“I’ve played alongside Ravi before, and now seeing him as a coach—it’s impressive how well he manages things. He understands both the game and the players. I’m confident this setup will work well for Karachi Kings.”

Nabi, who has scored 350 runs at a blistering strike rate of 142.85 and taken 10 wickets in his 22 PSL matches, is also looking forward to mentoring the younger players in the squad.

“There are a lot of young players in this team, and they’re working really hard. Today was my first training session with them, and I can already see their passion. I’ll be learning with them, and I’ll also be sharing my experience and advice wherever I can. We’ll grow together as a team.”

Karachi Kings are set to begin their PSL 10 campaign on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi against the Multan Sultans.

READ: PSL 10 to kick off with glittering opening ceremony in Rawalpindi

RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday confirmed that the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 will kick off with a star-studded and glittering opening ceremony here at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

According to the details, the grand opening ceremony will feature renowned artists Abrar ul Haq, Ali Zafar, Natasha Baig and Talha Anjum, who collaborated to craft the PSL 10 Anthem, X Dekho, alongside Abida Parveen and Young Stunners.

“Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will host its first-ever opening ceremony of the HBL PSL. The ceremony will kick off at 7:00 PM on Friday, 11 April,” the PCB stated in a press release.

“The opening match of the six-team tournament will be played between defending champions Islamabad United and two-time winners Lahore Qalandars on the same day, with the first ball to be bowled at 8:30 PM.

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“The marquee event will be played at four venues – Karachi’s National Bank Stadium, Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Multan Cricket Stadium and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The final of the event is scheduled to take place at the Gaddafi Stadium on 18 May.

“The opening ceremony at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will feature an array of exciting performances from renowned Sufi music artist Abida Parveen along with a cultural act from Ali Zafar and a contemporary performance by Young Stunners.

“In addition, the singers of the HBL PSL X anthem song Abrar ul Haq, Ali Zafar, Natasha Baig and Talha Anjum will also perform in the opening ceremony. Fans will also be treated to a spectacular firework display during the event.”

READ: David Warner joins Karachi Kings ahead of PSL 10

KARACHI: The newly appointed captain of the Karachi Kings, David Warner, has touched down in the city ahead of the much-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, which gets underway on April 11.

The Australian veteran landed in Karachi on Wednesday and linked up with his new franchise at the team hotel. This marks Warner’s debut appearance in the PSL — a league that had long awaited his explosive presence.

Warner, who was the Kings’ first pick in the Platinum category during the PSL 10 Draft, is set to lead the side this season. Renowned for his aggressive batting at the top of the order, the 37-year-old brings with him a wealth of experience and firepower.

The left-hander has represented Australia in 110 T20 Internationals, racking up 3,277 runs at a healthy strike rate. His international T20 career includes one century and 28 half-centuries — a testament to his consistency and match-winning ability.

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His extensive franchise experience further boosts Warner’s T20 credentials. Over the years, he has featured in the IPL, BBL, ILT20, BPL, and CPL, becoming one of the most sought-after T20 players globally.

Karachi Kings will hold a training session at 5 PM today at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance Centre as they prepare for their opening clash of the season.

It’s worth noting that PSL 10 will begin on Friday, April 11, with defending champions Islamabad United taking on Lahore Qalandars in the tournament opener at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Meanwhile, Karachi Kings will begin their campaign the following day, on April 12, with a home fixture against Multan Sultans at the National Bank Stadium.

Karachi Kings squad for PSL 10

David Warner (captain), Abbas Afridi, Adam Milne, James Vince, Hasan Ali, Khushdil Shah, Shan Masood, Mohammad Irfan Khan, Aamir Jamal, Arafat Minhas, Tim Seifert, Zahid Mahmood, Litton Das, Mir Hamza, Fawad Ali, Riazullah, Omair Bin Yousuf, Kane Williamson, Mohammad Nabi, and Mirza Mamoon.

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Star opener Saim Ayub and wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Haris have officially joined the Peshawar Zalmi squad in Rawalpindi ahead of the much-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, which kicks off on April 11.

In a video released by the franchise, Haris was seen driving Ayub to the team hotel, where the duo arrived in high spirits and greeted fans in Pashto, reflecting the Zalmi culture and fanbase connection.

The arrival of the explosive left-hander comes just a day after he was declared fit to feature in PSL 10, marking the end of his rehabilitation from an ankle injury that had kept him out of action for over six weeks.

Saim Ayub had sustained the injury during the Test series against South Africa earlier this year.

After being sidelined from the Champions Trophy and the white-ball tour of New Zealand, the 21-year-old underwent an intensive recovery programme in London before returning home to celebrate Eid with family.

His rehab included strengthening and balance-focused exercises such as single-leg squats, tightrope walks, and single-leg jumps — all aimed at regaining stability and match fitness.

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Peshawar Zalmi will open their PSL 10 campaign against Quetta Gladiators on Saturday, April 12, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium — a day after defending champions Islamabad United take on Lahore Qalandars in the tournament opener.

Peshawar Zalmi Squad for PSL 10

Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Mohammad Haris, George Linde, Mohammad Ali, Hussain Talat, Nahid Rana, Abdul Samad, Arif Yaqoob, Mehran Mumtaz, Sufiyan Muqeem, Najibullah Zadran, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, Ahmed Daniyal, Alzarri Joseph.

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Former Afghanistan captain Mohammad Nabi landed in Karachi on Tuesday to link up with the Karachi Kings ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, set to kick off on April 11.

The experienced all-rounder, who last played for the Karachi Kings in the 2021 season, has returned to the franchise after being picked in the supplementary category for this year’s tournament.

He is expected to join the team’s training session today as the squad intensifies preparations for the upcoming campaign.

This marks Nabi’s fourth PSL season overall. He made his tournament debut with Quetta Gladiators back in the inaugural 2016 edition.

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In 22 PSL appearances, the 40-year-old has scored 350 runs at an average of 25.00 and an impressive strike rate of 142.85. His tally includes two half-centuries. With the ball, the off-spinner has claimed 10 wickets.

It’s worth noting that PSL 10 will begin on Friday, April 11, with defending champions Islamabad United taking on Lahore Qalandars in the tournament opener at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Meanwhile, Karachi Kings will begin their campaign the following day, on April 12, with a home fixture against Multan Sultans at the National Bank Stadium.

Karachi Kings squad for PSL 10

David Warner (captain), Abbas Afridi, Adam Milne, James Vince, Hasan Ali, Khushdil Shah, Shan Masood, Mohammad Irfan Khan, Aamir Jamal, Arafat Minhas, Tim Seifert, Zahid Mahmood, Litton Das, Mir Hamza, Fawad Ali, Riazullah, Omair Bin Yousuf, Kane Williamson, Mohammad Nabi, and Mirza Mamoon.

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