- One of the remarkable addition of Ben Dwarishis season of Australia.
- Set prize money of $ 500,000 for winners, $ 200,000 for runners -up.
- Qalandars has been determined for the trophy this time.
Islamabad: The 10th season of Pakistan Super League (PSL x) on Friday night (today) begins under the bright light of Pindi Stadium, with enthusiasm on an all -time high, Reports Informed
Defending champion Islamabad United and Bitter Rotions Lahore Kalandars appear an exciting first match that sets tone for an exciting tour. Which can be one of the most exciting PSL season, both teams are full of hope and confidence and are ready to perform better than each other.
However, Islamabad is not taking the United Fresh Assignment easier, confident of his last season’s victory. Explosive all -rounder Captain Shadab Khan expressed confidence in his team’s readiness and desire to win.
“We are fully prepared to increase the bar in this season. After winning the title last year, we carefully evaluated our gaps and made some smart additions. I believe it is our most balanced and explosive team,” Shadab said.
Australia’s Ben Dwarshuis, a blazing left pacer that can reach a speed of more than 150 km/h, is one of the notable additions of the season. Their raw speed and aggressive style can change the course of United’s game. In addition to Australian superstar Darcy Short, the team has been further carried forward.
Lahore Kalandars, towards Flip, is not just a catch-up playing. With one side they believe that any opponent can be taken on their day, the Kalandars are prescribed for years of hard preparation in the trophy.
Derryl Michelle connects to the Kalandars, who combines stability in the middle order with his reputation for reliability with the bat and cools under the duras. The bets are very high because both sides have to face which is going to be an exciting curtain-razor.
A magnificent opening ceremony will mark the beginning of this historical version before the start of playing on Friday. The PSL X is slated to run from 11 April to 18 May. The 34-Match tournament consists of three-dual headers scheduled on April 12, 1 and 10, while the remaining fixtures will be single headers in Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi. Three-dupar games will start from PST at 4 pm.
Six teams will be horn locked for the winners to take a prize money of $ 500,000, while the runner-up team will be awarded $ 200,000. Gaddafi is set to host 13 matches including Stadium, Lahore, Qualifier, Eliminator and May 18. Pindi Stadium will host 11 matches, while Multan Stadium and National Stadium Karachi will watch five PSL X matches every season this season.
Babur Azam will lead PSL 2017 winner Peshawar Zalmi. Australia’s David Warner became the fourth foreign player to lead 2020 champions Karachi Kings.
Mohammad Rizwan will continue to rule as the captain of the Sultans. Shadab Khan, who led the Islamabad United in 55 PSL matches, has also been assigned the duties for PSL X, while Shaheen Shah Afridi will be in charge of Lahore Kalandars. Saud Shakeel will lead Quetta Gladiators.
All the captains except David Warner, who were represented by Hasan Ali (Karachi Kings), spoke at a press conference at a local hotel on Thursday. Babur said: “This season we are focusing on what we have missed in the last few versions and do not repeat the same mistakes. We have strengthened our core on both bowling and batting so that we do not struggle in any stage of the game.”
Hasan, vice-captain of Karachi Kings, said that his team has changed the combination to bring a firepower in their batting and “HBL PSL X intends to play with aggression as Powerplay is the key to increasing your chances of winning.”
Rizwan said that PSL X had become such a big brand that there were supporters of various teams in every family in the country, while all the fans waited for the spectacle of the game throughout the year. “Any one who wins the tournament will be successful for this country as the League has entered the 10th edition.”
Gladiators Saud said: “The last few seasons have not been good for Quetta and like all other teams we have tried our best to gather a quality squad. We are ready to play well and entertain the fans this time.”
Shadab said that Islamabad United was excited to play five domestic games at the Rawalpindi Stadium this season and he was keen to perform well in front of his fans. “You will get to see a separate Islamabad United outfit this season.”
Shaheen said: “HBL PSL is developing and producing one of the major goals for Lahore Kalandars and we will stick to that goal even in the 10th edition of the league.”
