[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]In a significant move ahead of the ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 9), Shan Masood has been chosen as the captain for the Karachi Kings, as announced by the team’s owner Salman Iqbal. The declaration was made just before the commencement of the player draft for the upcoming domestic cricket tournament, with the newly-appointed head coach, Phil Simmons, also in attendance.
This decision marks a shift in leadership as Shan Masood takes over from Imad Wasim, who had previously led Karachi Kings to PSL victory. Masood’s entry into the Kings’ roster occurred through a trade deal with the Multan Sultans, adding a new dynamic to the team’s composition.
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A new captain takes the helm, welcoming @shani_official as crowned leader of Karachi Kings in #HBLPSL9 💙❤️#YehHaiKarachi | #KarachiKings pic.twitter.com/ZjjqSVKvap
— Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) December 13, 2023
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The management shake-up continued earlier in the week when the Karachi Kings appointed former West Indies all-rounder Phil Simmons as their head coach. Simmons assumes the coaching role from Johan Botha, the former South African all-rounder, who guided the Kings to a second-from-bottom finish in PSL 2023, securing three wins out of 10 games.
These strategic changes within the Karachi Kings organization signal a fresh approach and a commitment to enhancing team performance. The selection of Shan Masood as captain brings in a new leadership perspective, and with the guidance of Phil Simmons, the team aims to make a competitive showing in PSL 9. As the player draft unfolds and the team finalizes its squad, anticipation builds for the upcoming season, with fans eager to witness the impact of these leadership and team composition adjustments on the field.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
