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PSL 10 Players Draft Kicks Off: Exciting Picks and Retentions Unveiled!
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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Players Draft kicked off at the historic Hazuri Bagh, Lahore Fort.
This event is crucial for the six franchises as they aim to strengthen their squads ahead of the upcoming season, which is scheduled from April 8 to May 19, 2025.
Key Highlights from the Draft
- Platinum Category Picks:
- Lahore Qalandars: Daryl Mitchell
- Karachi Kings: David Warner
- Quetta Gladiators: Mark Chapman
- Peshawar Zalmi: Tom Kohler-Cadmore
- Multan Sultans: Michael Bracewell
- Islamabad United: Matthew Short
- Notable Second Round Picks:
- Quetta Gladiators selected Faheem Ashraf.
- Karachi Kings picked Adam Milne and Abbas Afridi (Wild Card) in subsequent rounds.
Retentions Overview
Each franchise was allowed to retain a maximum of eight players from their previous squads. Notably:
- Islamabad United retained Shadab Khan and Naseem Shah (both Platinum).
- Multan Sultans retained Mohammad Rizwan and Usama Mir (both Platinum).
- Peshawar Zalmi retained Babar Azam and Saim Ayub (both Platinum).
The draft is being closely followed by fans and analysts alike, with updates being broadcast live as teams finalize their rosters for the season ahead.