ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that 22 foreign players have registered for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 draft so far as New Zealand’s veterans Martin Guptill and Tim Southee are the latest players to sign up.
The much-anticipated player draft is scheduled for January 11, 2025, in Gwadar, Balochistan.
The PCB opened the registration and trade window for international players earlier this month, marking an exciting prelude to the league’s milestone 10th edition.
The player draft will follow the pick order revealed by the PCB, with Lahore Qalandars securing the first pick in the platinum category, followed by Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators, Peshawar Zalmi, Multan Sultans, and Islamabad United.
The roster of registered overseas players showcases a diverse mix of experience and skill:
- New Zealand: Tim Southee, Martin Guptill, Colin Munro, Daryl Mitchell
- South Africa: Rassie van der Dussen, Rilee Rossouw, Corbin Bosch
- Australia: Matthew Short, Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja
- England: Alex Hales, Luke Wood, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Curran, David Willey, Dawid Malan, Jason Roy
- West Indies: Gudakesh Motie
- Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman
- Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza
The draft, held for the first time in the picturesque coastal city of Gwadar, underscores the PCB’s commitment to promoting cricket across Pakistan and showcasing its diverse landscapes.
The PSL has been a vital platform for fostering local talent and attracting international stars, and Season 10 promises to build on this legacy with its star-studded lineup and fervent fan anticipation.
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