The names of Pakistani players for the Platinum category of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 have been finalized, with Karachi Kings not selecting any players.
In a key meeting of PSL management and franchises in Lahore, Lahore Qalandars decided to retain Shaheen Shah Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, and Haris Rauf in the Platinum category—three young and dynamic players who have become fan favorites.
Peshawar Zalmi selected Babar Azam and Saim Ayub for the Platinum category, with Saim, a rising star, making waves in the cricketing world with his impressive performances.
Quetta Gladiators also kept Mohammad Amir in the Platinum category, a seasoned player who still brings his best to every match.
Defending champions Islamabad United retained Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, and Naseem Shah, known for their youthful energy and game-changing abilities. Multan Sultans also decided to keep Mohammad Rizwan and Osama Mir in the Platinum category—two young talents who have been performing consistently.
The decision between Iftikhar Ahmed and Abbas Afridi for PSL 10 has been delayed, as their names have been sent to the review committee.
For the other categories, due to voting, the selection process has been handed over to the panel, which will review and send out the final names and categories to all franchises by tomorrow. This ensures young talent gets a fair shot at showcasing their skills on the big stage!
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