Here’s How Much Islamabad United Paid To Secure Naseem Shah in PSL 9

Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) franchise Islamabad United has reportedly spent Rs. 45 million to secure the services of national team fast bowler Naseem Shah, according to Cricket Pakistan. Naseem Shah, who previously played for Quetta Gladiators, has now joined Islamabad United, with all-rounder Mohammad Wasim Junior and leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed heading to the Gladiators as part of a swap deal.

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Are YOU charged 🔋 for the most awaited trade of the season!?!? 🔥🔥

Naseem Shah moves to 🔁 Islamabad United

Abrar Ahmed moves to 🔁 Quetta Gladiators

Mohammad Wasim Jr moves to 🔁 Quetta Gladiators #HBLPSLDraft #HBLPSL9 @iNaseemShah @IsbUnited @TeamQuetta pic.twitter.com/IGZFDCt0WL

— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) December 2, 2023

In addition to the player exchange, there was also a swap of United’s first-round platinum pick with the Gladiators’ third-round platinum pick.

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The PSL draft is scheduled for December 13, 2023, at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore, and the main event is tentatively planned to take place from February 8 to March 24, 2024.

There are speculations circulating about the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sending two schedules to franchises, one with four venues and the other with two venues. Peshawar Zalmi is reportedly concerned about the venue selection, particularly advocating for their home ground, Arbaz Niaz Stadium, to be included as a venue for the upcoming PSL event.

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Watch 👇https://t.co/V4s8C15WNA#Zalmi #YellowStorm #ZalmiRalaal pic.twitter.com/5Vs226cX1l

— Peshawar Zalmi (@PeshawarZalmi) November 30, 2023

The announcement of player retentions for PSL 9 is set for December 7, 2023. Franchises have until then to decide and finalize their list of retained players, with each team allowed to retain up to eight players.