The holders of the Pakistan Super League: PSL (currently) title Multan Sultans have announced their retainers and released players ahead of the upcoming Season 10. The team, known for their fearless approach to the game, has opted to bring back most of the key members of their championship core, but a number of crucial players will be leaving. While some might think its sudden, it’s a sign of the direction the team wants to make going forward.
Multan Sultan Retained Players Ahead of PSL 10:
- Mohammad Rizwan (C): will continue to lead the Sultans; this is significant because he is not only the captain, but also a star wicket-keeper batter. His consistent batting and impressive skills behind the stumps (however) play a crucial role in securing the team’s victories. Although there are many factors contributing to success, Rizwan’s contributions are particularly noteworthy.
- Reez Hendricks: The South African opener made a big impact in the Sultans’ championship run. His bold batting style and knack to get the team off to quick starts will matter a lot for their chances in PSL 10.
- Usman Khan: The young fast bowler shows great promise and adds value to the team. His speed and swing will be important in the coming season.
- Iftikhar Ahmed: The hard-hitting all-rounder brings balance to the team. His skills with both bat and ball make him a core member of the Sultans’ squad.
- David Willey: This seasoned English all-rounder adds a ton of know-how to the squad. He can bowl fast and swing the ball, plus he’s handy with the bat down the order making him a key player for the team.
- Usama Mir: This up-and-coming left-arm spinner has turned heads with his recent showings. His skill in keeping runs down and taking wickets will play a big part in the season ahead.
- Abbas Afridi: This young fast bowler has shown great promise and has proven to be a key player for the team. His skill in creating speed and movement with the ball will play a vital role in the coming season.
- Mohammad Ali: This seasoned all-rounder brings a crucial balance to the team. His knack for making an impact with both batting and bowling makes him an essential member of the Sultans’ lineup.
- Khushdil Shah (RTM): The team kept this versatile all-rounder using the Right-to-Match (RTM) card, which shows how much they value him.
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Multan Sultan Released Players Ahead of PSL 10:
- Yasir Khan (the seasoned leg-spinner) has been released by the Sultans.
- Tayyab Tahir, a young fast bowler, has also been released by the Sultans.
- Mohammad Shehzad, who is an experienced opening batter, has similarly faced release from the Sultans.
- Shahnawaz Dahani, another fast bowler, has been released by the Sultans as well.
- Aftab Ibrahim, the young batter, has been let go by the Sultans.
- Faisal Akram, a young fast bowler, has been released by the Sultans too.
- Ihsanullah, also a young fast bowler, has experienced the same fate (because) he has been released by the Sultans.
- Dawid Malan, the experienced South African batter, has been released by the Sultans.
- Chris Jordan, the English all-rounder, is no exception.
- Johnson Charles, the West Indies batter, has been released by the Sultans.
- Reece Topley, the English fast bowler, has also been released by the Sultans.
Conclusion
The Multan Sultans have (in fact) managed to keep a solid nucleus of a championship-winning side intact but have let go several of their first-choice players. While the mix of senior players such as Bevan Small, Jacob Duffy and Josh Caitlin, along with some exciting young talent, will aim to improve on their PSL 10 (this). The first step of course is the player draft, which will finalise the squad for the Sultans, as they eye a second straight title. While they’ve lost a few important parts, the message is still clear: Stay competitive.