HBL PSL X to resume with international players as teams confirm replacements
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As the tenth edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) gears up to resume following a brief pause, franchises have confirmed the availability of their international players and unveiled a slate of overseas signings to replace injured squad members.
Islamabad United have confirmed the availability of five overseas stars for the remainder of the season. The lineup includes English opener Alex Hales, South African batter Rassie van der Dussen, Australian all-rounder Ben Dwarshuis, New Zealand’s Jimmy Neesham, and English pacer Tymal Mills.
🚨 @JimmyNeesh and @tmills15 join Islamabad United for the remainder of #HBLPSLX.
They’ll link up with Alex Hales, RVD and Ben Dwarshuis in Pakistan as the defending champions regroups for #4TheDream!
Read more: https://t.co/AFqDYzwR5z#UnitedWeWin #3xChampions pic.twitter.com/iPIJRArQU0“These high-calibre overseas players bring world-class experience from top T20 leagues, significantly boosting our campaign as we enter the decisive phase of the tournament,” the franchise said in an official statement. “Islamabad United remains committed to delivering top-tier cricket to fans worldwide.”
Lahore Qalandars have announced key changes to their squad following injuries to two international players. Sri Lankan power-hitter Bhanuka Rajapaksa replaces England’s Tom Curran, who has been sidelined with an ankle injury.
🚨 Welcoming our newest Qalandar!
Bangladesh’s star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan joins Lahore Qalandars. He has replaced Daryl Mitchel, who was ruled out after sustaining an injury to his hand in our home game vs Karachi. @Sah75official pic.twitter.com/CjyADFIyeWBangladesh’s veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan joins the squad in place of New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, who sustained a hand injury during a home game against Karachi.
Currently topping the PSL 10 points table, Quetta Gladiators have bolstered their roster with several strategic signings.
🥁 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐒 🥁
Adding more power to the #PurpleForce 🔥#HBLPSLX pic.twitter.com/qFOB0yB9zkWhile confirming New Zealand’s Finn Allen and South African veteran Rilee Rossouw are going to stay, the franchise also added three Asian power-hitters naming Sri Lanka’s Dinesh Chandimal and Avishka Fernando, and Afghanistan’s all-rounder Gulbadin Naib.