Introduction
Cricket fans are getting super excited for the ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The recent PSL 9 players Draft 2024, which happened in Lahore at the National Cricket Academy. The draft got everything set for what looks like an upcoming thrilling season. The teams have picked their players, and now we’re all set for a packed schedule of super matches. Let’s explore the insight of the PSL 9 Players Draft 2024.
485 International Cricketers Enlist For Draft
A big 485 international cricketers have signed up for the draft. This is an honor that players from different countries are ready to play in Pakistan. It shows that people all over the world are excited about HBL PSL League. We can expect a mix of experienced players and new talents to be part of the league. Furthermore, it’s going to be a tough competition with so many players from different places. The draft process is where teams pick their players, and that’s going to be exciting to watch!
Who Will Be In PSL 9 Squad?
The draft day was an important event where teams were smartly selected players to create well-rounded squads. Let’s take a look at the finalized squads of the six PSL teams.
| Teams | Players |
| Karachi Kings
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Kieron Pollard, Daniel Sams, Mohammad Nawaz, Tim Siefert, James Vince, Hasan Ali, Shan Masood, Shoaib Malik, Tabraiz Shamis, Mohammad Amir Khan, Anwar Ali, Arafat Minhas, Mir Hamza, Muhammad Akhlaq, Muhammad Irfan Niazi, Sirajuddin, Saad Baig, and Jamie Overton.
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| Lahore Qalandars
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Fakhar Zaman, Rassie Van der Dussen, Shaheen Afridi, Sahibzada Farhan, Haris Rauf, David Wiese, Sikandar Raza, Abdullah Shafique, Zaman Khan, Imran Jr, Ahsan Hafeez Bhatti, Dan Lawrence, Mirza Tahir Baig, Rashid Khan, Syed Faridoun Mahmood, Jahandad Khan, Shai Hope, and Kamran Ghulam.
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| Islamabad United
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Jordan Cox, Naseem Shah, Shadab Khan, Tymal Mills, Azam Khan, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Matthew Forde, Salman Ali Agha, Qasim Akram, Shahab Khan, Rumman Raees, Hunain Shah, Ubaid Shah, Shamyl Hussain, and Tom Curran.
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| Peshawar Zalmi
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Babar Azam, Noor Ahmed, Rovman Powell, Asif Ali, Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Naveen-ul-Haq, Aamer Jamal, Mohammad Haris, Salman Irshad, Arif Yaqoob, Umair Afridi, Daniel Mousley, Khurram Shahzad, Haseebullah Khan, Mohammad Zeeshan, Lungi Ngidi, and Mehran Mumtaz.
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| Multan Sultans
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Mohammad Rizwan, David Willey, Iftikhar Ahmed, Dawid Malan, Khushdil Shah, Usama Mir, Reeza Hendricks, Reece Topley, Abbas Afridi, Tayyab Tahir, Shahnawaz Dahani, Mohammad Ali, Usman Khan, Ihsanullah, Faisal Akram, Yasir Khan, Chris Jordan, and Aftab Ibrahim.
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| Quetta Gladiators
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Sherfane Rutherford, Mohammad Amir, Rilee Rossouw, Mohammad Wasim Junior, Jason Roy, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mohammad Hasnain, Abrar Ahmed, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Saud Shakeel, Sajjad Ali Junior, Usman Qadir, Omair Bin Yousuf, Will Smeed, Khawaja Nafay, Adil Naz, Akeal Hosain, and Sohail Khan.
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When will PSL9 Starts?
The PSL 9 season is set to start on February 17 2024 in Lahore. The defending champions Lahore Qalandars facing Islamabad United in the opening match. The match will then shift to Multan on February 18, where Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings will battle it out.
What are PSL9 Match Dates?
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 schedule is out with Karachi Kings facing Islamabad United on February 28 in Karachi. Next is Islamabad United takes on Quetta Gladiators in Rawalpindi on March 1. Furthermore, the final match is set for March 17 in Karachi. Excitingly, matches will be held in Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi.
The HBL PSL 9 Players Draft 2024 schedule includes matches in Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi, offering fans across Pakistan the chance to witness the cricketing spectacle up close.
Conclusion
As the teams gear up for practice sessions starting from February 12. Fans eagerly anticipate the thrilling clashes that will unfold during PSL 9. With star-studded squads, surprise picks, and a diverse schedule, the ninth seasoned of the PSL. Mark your calendars, cricket enthusiasts, as PSL 9 is set to redefine T20 cricket excitement in Pakistan. Read About Rudn Enclave Islamabad
