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The HBL PSL 2025 Player Draft dazzled fans with star-studded picks and new international faces. Held in the historical Huzoori Bagh, Lahore, the draft marked the beginning of the tournament’s 10th season. Featuring 116 players from 10 countries, all six franchises built formidable squads to battle for glory.
The season is set to run from April 8 to May 19, 2025, with exciting matches ahead. Here’s an in-depth look at the player selections for each team categorized by their roles.
Top Picks from HBL PSL 2025 Draft
Platinum Picks
- Daryl Mitchell: The first pick, drafted by Lahore Qalandars, will strengthen their batting lineup.
- David Warner: Karachi Kings added the seasoned left-handed batter with over 12,700 T20 runs to their roster.
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore: Peshawar Zalmi used the Right to Match option to retain him.
- Mark Chapman: Quetta Gladiators picked the New Zealand star with 81 T20I appearances.
- Michael Bracewell: Selected by Multan Sultans, he brings valuable all-rounder skills.
- Matthew Short: Islamabad United added the Australian batter to their dynamic lineup.
HBL PSL 2025: Players to Watch
This year’s draft brought some of the most experienced and exciting players to the PSL stage. Notable names include:
- Finn Allen (Quetta Gladiators): A hard-hitting Kiwi batter with a strike rate 158.69.
- Adam Milne (Karachi Kings): A pacer with 213 wickets in T20 cricket.
- Kane Williamson (Karachi Kings): A consistent performer in international cricket.
- Shai Hope (Multan Sultans): West Indies’ reliable batter.
- Shoaib Malik (Quetta Gladiators): Playing his 10th consecutive PSL season.
Emerging Talent in HBL PSL 2025
This season also showcases upcoming stars:
- Hasan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators): A promising batter with exceptional form.
- Maaz Sadaqat (Peshawar Zalmi): A versatile player with all-round potential.
- Saad Masood (Islamabad United): A rising leg-spinner known for his recent performances.
Final Squads for HBL PSL 2025
Lahore Qalandars
Platinum:
- Daryl Mitchell (NZ)
- Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan)
- Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)
Diamond:
- Kusal Perera (Sri Lanka)
- Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe)
- Haris Rauf (Brand Ambassador, Pakistan)
Gold:
- Abdullah Shafique (Pakistan)
- Jahandad Khan (Pakistan)
- Zaman Khan (Pakistan)
Silver:
- David Wiese (Namibia)
- Asif Ali (Pakistan)
- Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh)
- Asif Afridi (Pakistan)
- Muhammad Akhlaq (Pakistan)
Emerging:
- Mohammad Azab (Pakistan)
- Momin Qamar (Pakistan)
Supplementary:
- Sam Billings (England)
- Salman Ali Mirza (Pakistan)
- Tom Curran (England)
- Mohammad Naeem (Pakistan)
Karachi Kings
Platinum:
- David Warner (Australia)
- Adam Milne (NZ)
- Mohammad Abbas Afridi (Pakistan)
Diamond:
- Hasan Ali (Pakistan)
- James Vince (England)
- Khushdil Shah (Pakistan)
Gold:
- Aamir Jamal (Pakistan)
- Muhammad Irfan Khan (Pakistan)
- Shan Masood (Pakistan)
Silver:
- Litton Das (Bangladesh)
- Mir Hamza (Pakistan)
- Tim Seifert (NZ)
- Zahid Mehmood (Pakistan)
Emerging:
- Fawad Ali (Pakistan)
- Riazullah (Pakistan)
Supplementary:
- Kane Williamson (NZ)
- Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan)
- Omair Bin Yousuf (Pakistan)
- Mirza Mamoon (Pakistan)
Peshawar Zalmi
Platinum:
- Babar Azam (Pakistan)
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore (England)
- Saim Ayub (Pakistan)
Diamond:
- Corbin Bosch (South Africa)
- Mohammad Ali (Pakistan)
- Mohammad Haris (Pakistan)
Gold:
- Abdul Samad (Pakistan)
- Hussain Talat (Pakistan)
- Nahid Rana (Bangladesh)
Silver:
- Arif Yaqoob (Pakistan)
- Najeebullah Zadran (Afghanistan)
- Max Bryant (Australia)
- Mehran Mumtaz (Pakistan)
Emerging:
- Ali Raza (Pakistan)
- Maaz Sadaqat (Pakistan)
Supplementary:
- Alzarri Joseph (West Indies)
- Ahmed Daniyal (Pakistan)
Quetta Gladiators
Platinum:
- Finn Allen (NZ)
- Faheem Ashraf (Pakistan)
- Mark Chapman (NZ)
Diamond:
- Abrar Ahmed (Pakistan)
- Mohammad Amir (Mentor, Pakistan)
- Rilee Rossouw (South Africa)
Gold:
- Akeal Hosein (West Indies)
- Saud Shakeel (Brand Ambassador, Pakistan)
- Mohammad Wasim Jnr (Pakistan)
Silver:
- Haseebullah Khan (Pakistan)
- Khawaja Muhammad Nafay (Pakistan)
- Kyle Jamieson (NZ)
- Khurram Shahzad (Pakistan)
Emerging:
- Mohammad Zeeshan (Pakistan)
- Hasan Nawaz (Pakistan)
Supplementary:
- Sean Abbott (Australia)
- Danish Aziz (Pakistan)
- Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka)
- Shoaib Malik (Pakistan)
Islamabad United
Platinum:
- Matthew Short (Australia)
- Shadab Khan (Pakistan)
- Naseem Shah (Pakistan)
Diamond:
- Jason Holder (West Indies)
- Azam Khan (Pakistan)
Gold:
- Ben Dwarshuis (Australia)
- Salman Irshad (Pakistan)
- Haider Ali (Pakistan)
Silver:
- Andries Gous (USA)
- Colin Munro (NZ)
- Mohammad Nawaz (Pakistan)
- Rumman Raees (Pakistan)
Emerging:
- Hunain Shah (Pakistan)
- Saad Masood (Pakistan)
Supplementary:
- Riley Meredith (Australia)
- Rassie van der Dussen (South Africa)
Multan Sultans
Platinum:
- Michael Bracewell (NZ)
- Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan)
- Usama Mir (Pakistan)
Diamond:
- David Willey (Mentor, England)
- Iftikhar Ahmed (Brand Ambassador, Pakistan)
- Usman Khan (Pakistan)
Gold:
- Chris Jordan (England)
- Kamran Ghulam (Pakistan)
- Mohammad Hasnain (Pakistan)
Silver:
- Gudakesh Motie (West Indies)
- Josh Little (Ireland)
- Akif Javed (Pakistan)
Emerging:
- Ubaid Shah (Pakistan)
- Shahid Aziz (Pakistan)
Supplementary:
- Johnson Charles (West Indies)
- Shai Hope (West Indies)
Common FAQs About HBL PSL 2025
- When will HBL PSL 10 start?
April 8, 2025. - Which team won the last season?
Islamabad United. - Who was the first pick of the draft?
Daryl Mitchell by Lahore Qalandars. - How many players participated?
116 players from 10 countries. - What is the hashtag for the season?
#DECADEOFHBLPSL. - Which new countries are represented this year?
USA with Andries Gous. - Who is the most experienced debutant?
David Warner with 392 T20 matches. - Which team has the most PSL titles?
Islamabad United (3 titles). - Where was the player draft held?
Huzoori Bagh, Lahore. - Which team picked Kane Williamson?
Karachi Kings.
Conclusion
The PSL 10 Player Draft has set the stage for an exciting tournament with star-studded squads and emerging talents. Fans can look forward to electrifying performances, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable cricketing moments this season. Don’t forget to use #DECADEOFHBLPSL to join the conversation and stay updated!
