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Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has joined Lahore Qalandars for the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10. 

Shakib has replaced New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, who was ruled out after sustaining a hand injury in our Qalandars’ home match against Karachi Kings.

The franchise announced the arrival of the veteran cricketer in a social media post with an animated poster.

“Welcoming our newest Qalandar!” the caption wrote.

“Bangladesh’s star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan joins Lahore Qalandars. He has replaced Daryl Mitchell, who was ruled out after sustaining an injury to his hand in our home game vs Karachi,” It added.

Shakib Al Hasan has previously represented Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings in the PSL.

It is pertinent to mention that Shakib Al Hasan is a former lawmaker from the party of autocratic former-leader Sheikh Hasina, who was overthrown in a student-led uprising last year and fled by helicopter to neighbouring India.

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Shakib Al Hasan was participating in a domestic Twenty20 cricket tournament in Canada when Hasina’s government collapsed, and he has not returned to Bangladesh since.

The left-arm all-rounder has played 71 Tests, 247 One Day Internationals, and 129 Twenty20 matches for Bangladesh, taking a total of 712 wickets.

His last appearance in competitive cricket was in November last year, when he represented Bangla Tigers in the Abu Dhabi T10 League.

For the unversed, PSL 10, which was briefly suspended last week due to rising cross-border tensions with India, is all set to resume on May 17 with Karachi Kings facing Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Rawalpindi will host three matches, including a double-header on Sunday, May 18, with Quetta Gladiators taking on Multan Sultans in the afternoon, followed by a clash between Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars in the evening.

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The last match at the venue will see defending champions Islamabad United face Karachi Kings on May 19.

After that, the action will move to Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, which will host the business end of the tournament.

The Qualifier, Eliminator 1, and Eliminator 2 are scheduled for May 21, 22, and 23, respectively, with the grand final to be played on May 25.

READ: Lahore Qalandars suffer major blow ahead of PSL 10 resumption

Lahore Qalandars faced a significant blow ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 resumption as their ace all-rounder, David Wiese, has opted out of the remaining matches.

While speaking on a sports platform, David Wiese shed light on the situation that unfolded during the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan.

“Unfortunately, I saw the toll it took on my family, and I think the toughest thing was that we in Pakistan know how far we are away from the borders, and you know the security and everything there,” he said.

”But if you haven’t been there and are just watching the news, you would think it is an active war zone and that lives were in danger the whole time,” Wiese added.

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David emphasised the decision of not participating in the remaining matches of the PSL, however, he remained optimistic for the next year’s edition.

“Ultimately it was the big decision for me to leave the tournament originally, and also decided that I am not going to be heading back for the remainder of the tournament.”

“I’ve told everybody that I’m not going to be back this year, but next year again, definitely very keen to be going back again,” he explained.

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The South Africa-born cricketer also praised the security measures during the conflict and mentioned the communication between team management.

“We were in constant contact with the players’ association from various countries, and the security team were keeping us up to date with what was going on.”

“Our team owners and management were also quite open and transparent  with everything.  Our safety was never concern either, they kept us very safe and secure the whole time like they always do. I mean the security in Pakistan is paramount and we never did feel unsafe,” he concluded.

READ: Former England batter joins Islamabad United for remainder of PSL 10

Bangladesh stalwart Shakib Al Hasan is set to return to competitive cricket as he is likely to join Lahore Qalandars for the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10. 

According to a report by the Daily Sun, a senior official from Lahore Qalandars has confirmed interest in Shakib; however, the deal has not been finalized yet.

“There is interest in him, but nothing is final. We will share updates about our overseas players once everything is confirmed,” the Daily Sun quoted the official.

Shakib Al Hasan has previously represented Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings in the PSL.

It is pertinent to mention that Shakib Al Hasan is a former lawmaker from the party of autocratic former-leader Sheikh Hasina, who was overthrown in a student-led uprising last year and fled by helicopter to neighbouring India.

Catch all the PSL 10 updates here!

Shakib Al Hasan was participating in a domestic Twenty20 cricket tournament in Canada when Hasina’s government collapsed, and he has not returned to Bangladesh since.

The left-arm all-rounder has played 71 Tests, 247 One Day Internationals, and 129 Twenty20 matches for Bangladesh, taking a total of 712 wickets.

His last appearance in competitive cricket was in November last year, when he represented Bangla Tigers in the Abu Dhabi T10 League.

For the unversed, PSL 10, which was briefly suspended last week due to rising cross-border tensions with India, is all set to resume on May 17 with Karachi Kings facing Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Rawalpindi will host three matches, including a double-header on Sunday, May 18, with Quetta Gladiators taking on Multan Sultans in the afternoon, followed by a clash between Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars in the evening.

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The last match at the venue will see defending champions Islamabad United face Karachi Kings on May 19.

After that, the action will move to Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, which will host the business end of the tournament.

The Qualifier, Eliminator 1, and Eliminator 2 are scheduled for May 21, 22, and 23, respectively, with the grand final to be played on May 25.

READ: Rassie van der Dussen joins Islamabad United for remainder of PSL 10

South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen has rejoined the defending champions Islamabad United for the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.

Islamabad United announced the arrival of the Proteas batter in a social media post.

“Islamabad United is delighted to welcome South Africa’s star batter Rassie van der Dussen for the remainder of HBL PSL X,” the franchise said in a statement.

“A world-class player with a stellar record across formats, Rassie’s presence adds immense value to the Pakistan Super League.

“His professionalism, consistency and global stature make him one of the most respected batters in the modern game. We’re thrilled to have him back,” it concluded.

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It is pertinent to mention that Rassie van der Dussen was initially picked in the Supplementary category of the PSL 10 player draft, held earlier this year.

However, the right-handed batter could not fulfill his commitment for personal reasons and was replaced by West Indies’ Kyle Mayers.

Rassie van der Dussen has featured in the two editions of the PSL, having previously played for Lahore Qalandars in 2024. Before that, he represented Islamabad United in 2023.

For the unversed, the tournament, which was briefly suspended last week due to rising cross-border tensions with India, is all set to resume on May 17 with Karachi Kings facing Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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Rawalpindi will host three matches, including a double-header on Sunday, May 18, with Quetta Gladiators taking on Multan Sultans in the afternoon, followed by a clash between Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars in the evening.

The last match at the venue will see defending champions Islamabad United face Karachi Kings on May 19.

After that, the action will move to Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, which will host the business end of the tournament.

The Qualifier, Eliminator 1, and Eliminator 2 are scheduled for May 21, 22, and 23, respectively, with the grand final to be played on May 25.

READ: Former England batter joins Islamabad United for remainder of PSL 10

Sikandar Raza, the Lahore Qalandars all-rounder, has addressed the speculation surrounding his participation in the remaining matches of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, which will resume on 17 May.

A few days earlier, the unexpected political tensions between India and Pakistan led to the league’s postponement, triggering a schedule clash as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revised their calendar post-ceasefire.

Now, Sikandar Raza has provided an update regarding his participation in the PSL 10 amid national duty.

“Dear All, I’ve been tagged and mentioned regarding my availability for PSL and the Historic Test match in England, ” he wrote on his post on the social media platform X.

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“National duty is the top priority for me, and once picked, I will honour and fulfil it. All the reports of me missing the test match are not true at all,” he added.

Sikandar Raza addressed speculation regarding his return to Pakistan, denying claims that he would not return to his birth country.

“Regarding PSL, all the reports of me not returning to Pakistan are also not true,” he said.

The 39-year-old later also posted on his Instagram story with the caption: “Aa raha hoon In Sha Allah” [I’m coming, God willing].”

It is pertinent to mention that Zimbabwe are set to play England in a one-off historic Test at Trent Bridge, starting 22 May. The four-day Test will be Zimbabwe’s first on English soil since 2003.

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Sikandar Raza was added to the 15-man squad to face England. The all-rounder last played a Test match against Afghanistan at Bulawayo earlier this year. From 18 Tests, he has 1,286 runs at 36.74 and 38 wickets at 40.78.

The Pakistan-born cricketer had an outstanding performance in PSL 10, playing nine matches and scoring 228 runs at an impressive average of 45.60 and a strike rate of 162.85, which includes two half-centuries.

READ: New Zealand players unlikely to play in rescheduled PSL 10: reports

New Zealand players are set to miss the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 as the tournament prepares to restart following days of conflict between India and Pakistan.

A few days earlier, the unexpected political tensions between India and Pakistan led to the postponement of IPL and PSL, triggering a schedule clash after both boards revised their respective calendars post-ceasefire.

The PSL, initially promised for May 18, has now been squeezed into a nine-day window from May 17 to May 25, becoming a casualty of the scheduling conflict.

The tournament  is all set to resume on May 17 with Karachi Kings facing Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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Rawalpindi will host three matches, including a double-header on Sunday, May 18, with Quetta Gladiators taking on Multan Sultans in the afternoon, followed by a clash between Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars in the evening.

The last match at the venue will see defending champions Islamabad United face Karachi Kings on May 19.

After that, the action will move to Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, which will host the business end of the tournament.

The Qualifier, Eliminator 1, and Eliminator 2 are scheduled for May 21, 22, and 23, respectively, with the grand final to be played on May 25.

According to the sources privy to the information, New Zealand players, including Kyle Jamieson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell and Finn Allen, are expected to miss the remainder of the tournament due to No Objection Certificates (NOCS).

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In light of the situation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is currently in discussions with the New Zealand Cricket Board (NZC) regarding their availability, with an official announcement expected soon.

Revised Schedule of PSL 10

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

18 May – Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium; Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

19 May – Islamabad United v Karachi Kings, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

21 May – Qualifier 1, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

22 May – Eliminator 1, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

23 May – Eliminator 2, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

25 May – Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

READ: Former England batter joins Islamabad United for remainder of PSL 10

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finalized a proposed schedule for the remaining eight matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.

According to the proposed plan, matches are expected to occur in Rawalpindi and Lahore with games between 17 and 25 May, sourced said.

The final schedule is likely to be announced soon following the approval from PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi.

It is worth mentioning that the remaining fixtures of PSL 10 were shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after an Indian drone hit the Rawalpindi Stadium. Later on, the guidance of the PM Sharif, PCb cancelled the PSL 10 due to increasing tensions with India.

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The postponement took place when PSL 10 was nearing its conclusion, with only eight matches left to play.

As of the completion of 27 matches, the Quetta Gladiators lead the points table after qualifying for the playoffs, boasting six wins, two losses, and one no-result from their nine matches.

The Karachi Kings are currently in second place with 10 points, having secured five wins against three losses in eight matches.

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The defending champions, Islamabad United are on third spot with 10 points, following five wins and four losses across nine games.

The Lahore Qalandars rank fourth with nine points, achieved through four wins, four losses, and one no-result. Peshawar Zalmi is positioned fifth with eight points, coming from four victories in their nine matches.

The Multan Sultans have been eliminated from playoff contention after recording just one win and suffering eight losses in their nine matches.

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New Zealand’s all-rounder Daryl Mitchell shared his thoughts regarding the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, clarifying Indian media reports suggesting he would not visit the country in the future.

The tensions between India and Pakistan reached fever-pitch following an attack last month in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) town of Pahalgam that killed 26 tourists.

However, the situation returned to normal after an immediate ceasefire on Saturday, following days of deadly jet fighter, missile, drone and artillery attacks.

Due to the growing tensions, PSL 10 was postponed indefinitely, leading to the return of overseas players to their home countries.

Mitchell, who was playing for Lahore Qalandars, was also among the players who returned home after the marquee event’s postponement.

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Meanwhile, several Indian media outlets reported that Mitchell vowed to not play in Pakistan again.

In a statement released by Lahore Qalandars, Daryl Mitchell shared his thoughts on the conflict between the two countries while on his way back home.

“It’s been tough to watch two countries that are so close to my heart in conflict over the past few days. My thoughts are with those affected on both sides,” Daryl Mitchell said.

The all-rounder stressed the importance of peace between both countries and expressed his determination to return in the future.

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“Both the PSL and IPL have played major roles in my career, and I’ve always cherished my time in both tournaments. I hope peace prevails and we can get back to playing the game we love and continue giving back to the amazing people who support us,” said Mitchell.

“It feels good to be heading home to my family, but I’m also looking forward to returning to both countries in the future — places I truly love spending time in,” he concluded.

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday announced the postponement of the remaining eight matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 due to cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan.

In a statement, the cricket board said that the decision was made over the worsening situation on the Line of Control (LOC).

“The last 24 hours have seen a worsening of the situation on the LOC, increased incursion of 78 drones, and the firing of surface to surface missiles from India,” PCB said in a statement.

The decision to postpone PSL 10 has been made based on advice from Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif.

“The reckless aggression from India that has escalated to a point where national attention and sentiments are rightly focused on the courageous efforts of the Armed Forces of Pakistan, who are vociferously upholding the sovereignty of our beloved Pakistan.”

“The PCB and its players stand resolutely in solidarity with the families of the martyrs and our security personnel defending the nation,” it added.

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PCB has expressed appreciation for the contributions made by its partners, franchises, participating players, broadcasters, sponsors, and organizers that have helped ensure the tournament runs smoothly.

“The PCB recognizes the efforts and support of its partners, franchises, participating players, broadcasters, sponsors, and organizers in having ensured the smooth conduct of the tournament thus far,” the statement said.

“However, cricket, while being a unifying force and a source of joy, must take a respectful pause when the country is facing such callous opposition.”

“We, at the PCB, also have sincere regard for the mental well-being of participating players and the sentiments of our foreign players, and we respect the concerns of their families who want to see them back home,” it concluded.

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday announced the relocation of the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), citing rising tensions between Pakistan and India.

In a statement, the cricket board confirmed that the remaining eight matches of PSL 10 including playoffs and the final, have been moved to the UAE. The details regarding dates and venues will be announced later.

“The PCB today confirms that the remaining fixtures of the HBL PSL X have been shifted to the UAE. As such, the last eight fixtures, which were previously scheduled in Rawalpindi, Multan and Lahore will now be staged in the UAE,” the PCB said in a statement.

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“The exact schedule of matches, outlining the dates and venues, will be shared in due course,” it added.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi stated that the board’s decision to shift matches was driven by the escalating tensions between Pakistan and India, which raised serious concerns.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi explained that the board’s decision to relocate the remaining PSL 10 matches was driven by the escalating tensions between Pakistan and India.

“The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart.

“However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE.

This is so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India,” he said.

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Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the well-being of all players participating in the marquee event.

“As a responsible organisation that has overcome adversities repeatedly and ensured that the game of cricket flourishes, it was important for us to ensure the mental well-being of all players participating in the HBL PSL,” said Mohsin Naqvi.

“Like in the past, we hope that our stakeholders will rally with us to further the best interests of the tournament, our players and the fans. We are committed to ensuring that the league continues to thrive,” he concluded.

Remaining Fixtures of PSL 10

• Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi
• Peshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars
• Islamabad United v Karachi Kings
• Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators
• Qualifier
• Eliminator 1
• Eliminator 2
• Final

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