Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has responded to Multan Sultan owner Ali Tareen, addressing his concerns over the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

 

Pakistan Super League (PSL) chief executive office (CEO) Salman Naseer recently appeared on Samaa Digital's show Zor Ka Jor and shared his thoughts about the League and its players. He praised Pakistani players, calling them strong and stars in their own right. He mentioned that each team decides which players to pick based on their strategy. Salman also highlighted the format of the League and said many new things will take place this season.

 

When asked about the concerns raised by Multan Sultans' owner Ali Tareen, Salman replied, "The PCB is like a parent organization, and disagreements can happen, just like between parents and children. However, this does not mean we should make public accusations. I would refrain from commenting further on that. All PSL franchises are important."

 

Salman revealed that 510 players from 19 countries have registered for this season, including 78 from Australia and 76 from the West Indies. He explained, "February has been the ideal time for PSL, but since the Champions Trophy is also scheduled to be played then, we tried to find a suitable time to ensure international players could participate."

 

Salman added, "Many players, including David Warner, Tim Southee, Finn Allen, and Daryl Mitchell, will be playing in the PSL for the first time. Some players couldn't join for personal reasons, but most of the available players are participating."

 

Lastly, he praised Lahore Qalandars for their hard work on player development and fan engagement, saying, "It's exciting to support your team on home ground, making the matches more enjoyable for fans."

 

Ali Tareen, the owner of Multan Sultans, has raised several concerns about the PCB in recent interviews. He accused the Board of not fully supporting the PSL, treating it as a burden rather than an asset. 

 

He also criticized the PCB for mishandling player injuries, specifically pointing out a poorly conducted surgery on fast bowler Ihsanullah, which he claims has jeopardized the player's career. He expressed disappointment over the decision to change the PSL draft venue from Gwadar to Lahore, blaming poor planning and lack of commitment.

 

The PSL draft was scheduled to be held in Gawadar on January 11, but it has now been shifted to Lahore due to logistical reasons.

 

The 2025 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is scheduled to take place from April 8 to May 19, 2025.

 

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