Pakistan Super League 9

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 9 is about to kick off on February 17, and cricket fans are buzzing with excitement! The tournament opener will feature defending champions Lahore Qalandars captained by Shaheen Shah Afridi facing off against Islamabad United at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Here’s a glimpse of the upcoming matches:

1. Match 1 (Feb 17, 7:00 PM): Lahore Qalandars vs. Islamabad United at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
2. Match 2 (Feb 18, 3:00 PM): Quetta Gladiators vs. Peshawar Zalmi at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
3. Match 3 (Feb 18, 7:00 PM): Multan Sultans vs. Karachi Kings at Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan.
4. Match 4 (Feb 19, 7:00 PM): Lahore Qalandars vs. Quetta Gladiators at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
5. Match 5 (Feb 20, 7:00 PM): Multan Sultans vs. Islamabad United at Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan.
6. Match 6 (Feb 21, 3:00 PM): Peshawar Zalmi vs. Karachi Kings at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
7. Match 7 (Feb 21, 7:00 PM): Multan Sultans vs. Lahore Qalandars at Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan.
8. Match 8 (Feb 22, 7:00 PM): Quetta Gladiators vs. Islamabad United at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

PSL preparation

Here’s a comprehensive overview of what you can expect from this exciting tournament:

1. Tournament Format
   • The ninth edition of PSL will feature six teams: Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators.
   • These teams will battle it out in a double round-robin format, playing each other twice.
   • The top four teams will advance to the play-offs.
2. Play-offs Structure:
   • The sides finishing first and second in the league phase will meet in the opening qualifier.
   • The winner of the opening qualifier will advance directly to the final.
   • The losing side from the opening qualifier will get another chance to reach the final by facing the winners of an eliminator match between the third and fourth-placed teams.
3. Defending Champions:
   • The Lahore Qalandars are the double defending champions, having clinched victory in both the 2022 and 2023 editions.
   • Interestingly, the Qalandars’ back-to-back triumphs came after they struggled to make it out of the group stage in the initial seasons.
   • Each PSL team has won the title at least once, with Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Karachi Kings, and Multan Sultans all claiming the championship.
4. English Players in Action:
   • Several English players will be part of the action:
     • Alex Hales, Tymal Mills, and Jordan Cox will feature for Islamabad United.
     • James Vince will represent Karachi Kings.
     • Dan Lawrence will play for Lahore Qalandars.
     • David Willey, Chris Jordan, Dawid Malan, and Olly Stone will be part of Multan Sultans.
     • Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Luke Wood, Dan Mousley, and Gus Atkinson will join Peshawar Zalmi.
5. Broadcast Details:
   • You can catch all 34 matches of the 2024 Pakistan Super League live on Sky Sports.
   • The tournament begins with a clash between Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United on Saturday, and the grand finale will take place in Karachi on Monday, March 18.

Promising new comers in Pakistan Super League PSL 9

Several players are poised to make an impact in Pakistan Super League 9. Let’s keep an eye on these talented cricketers:

1. Mohammad Zeeshan (Peshawar Zalmi): A formidable pace prospect, Zeeshan has shown promise in the Pakistan U19 team. His towering height of 6 feet 8 inches allows him to extract extra bounce, making him a threat for the opposition. Zeeshan aims to shine in the HBL PSL and learn from experienced players like Babar Azam.
2. Saad Baig (Karachi Kings): Born and bred in Karachi, Saad Baig, the Pakistan U19 captain, will represent his home city in PSL 9. He led Pakistan U19 to the semi-finals of the ICC U19 World Cup 2024. Saad’s inclusion in Karachi Kings is a dream come true, and he looks forward to learning from seniors like Shoaib Malik and Keiron Pollard.
3. Ubaid Shah (Islamabad United): Right-arm pacer Ubaid Shah joins his brothers, Test cricketer Naseem Shah and first-class player Hunain Shah, at Islamabad United. Since his debut for Pakistan U19, Ubaid has become an indispensable asset. Playing under Shadab Khan’s captaincy, he aims to learn and contribute to the team’s success.
4. Shamyl Hussain (Islamabad United): Keep an eye on Shamyl Hussain, who will be part of Islamabad United. While details about him are not provided in the search results, his presence in the team adds to the excitement of PSL 9.

Additionally, key players across all teams include the powerful West Indian batsman Kieron Pollard, Australian all-rounder Daniel Sams, and the adaptable Mohammad Nawaz. Let’s buckle up for an exhilarating season of cricket.

Key International Players in Pakistan Super League PSL 9