United, Qalandars to deal with the exciting opener

• Australia’s Ben Dwarshuis is one of the notable additions of the season.
• $ 500,000 prizes for winners, $ 200,000 for runners.
• Qalandars are determined to fasten the trophy this time.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Super League (PSL X) 10th season begins on Friday night (today) under the glittering lights of the Pindi Stadium, with enthusiasm at all -time high, The news reported.

The defense of Islamabad United champions and bitter opponents Lahore Qalandars will end in what seems to be a fascinating first race that sets the tone for a strongly disputed tournament. In what could be one of the most exciting PSL seasons, and both teams are full of hopes and trust and are ready to overcome each other.

Although confidently from the last season’s victory, Islamabad United does not get the new mission easy. The explosive All-Rounder Captain Shadab Khan expressed confidence in his team’s readiness and desire for victory.

“We are fully oriented to raise the bar even higher this season. After the title win last year, we carefully evaluated our gaps and have made some clever additions, I think this is our most balanced and explosive team,” said Shadab.

Australia’s Ben Dwarshuis, a burning left arm, who can reach steady speeds of more than 150 km/h, is one of the notable additions of the season. His raw speed and aggressive style could transform the course of United Game. The addition of Australian superstar Darcy Short has greatly enhanced the team further.

Lahore Qalandars, on the other hand, is not just going to play. With one side they believe that they can take on any opponent in their day, the Qalandars are determined to turn the years of painful preparation into a trophy.

Daryl Mitchell joins Qalandars, adding stability to the middle class with his reputation for reliability with the bat and calm temper under the pressure. The bets are extremely high, as both sides face what is to be an exciting curtain-raiser.

A glittering opening ceremony before the start of the game on Friday will mark the beginning of this historic edition. The PSL X is paved to run from April 11 to May 18th. The 34 games tournament includes triple heads scheduled on April 12, 1 and 10 May, while the rest of the lamps will be single heads across the karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi. The three daily games will start at 4pm PST.

The six teams will also lock the horns to remove $ 500,000 for the winners, while the runner -up team will be awarded $ 200,000. The Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, is set to host 13 matches, including the qualifying, Eliminator and the final of 18 May. Pindi Stadium will host 11 matches, while Multan Stadium and National Stadium Karachi will witness five PSL Xs each match this season.

Babar Azam will lead the winners of PSL 2017 Peshawar Zalmi. Australia’s David Warner becomes the fourth player abroad to lead the 2020 Karachi Kings champions.

Mohamad Rizwan will continue to reign as the ruler of the Sultans. Shadab Khan, who led Islamabad United to 55 PSL matches, has been assigned leadership duties for the PSL X, while Shaheen Shah Afridi will be responsible for Lahore Qalandars. Saud Shakeel will lead the Quetta Gladiators.

All captains banning David Warner, who was represented by Hasan Ali (Karachi Kings) spoke at a press conference on Thursday at a local hotel. Babar said: “This season we are focusing on what we have lost the latest versions and do not repeat the same mistakes. We have reinforced our core both in bowling and front, so that we do not fight at any stage of the game.”

Karachi Kings Vice President Hasan said their team had changed the combination to bring the fire to their batting and “in the HBL PSL we intend to play with aggression early, as Powerplay is the key to increasing the chance of winning”.

Rizwan said the PSL X had become such a huge brand that every family in the country had supporters of different groups, while all fans were waiting for this sports spectacle all year. “Anyone who wins the tournament will be successful for this country as the championship has entered the 10th edition.”

The Gladiators Saud said: “The last seasons were not good for Quetta and like all other teams we have tried the best possible to gather a quality team.

Shadab said Islamabad United was excited to play five games at home at Rawalpindi Stadium this season and looking forward to performing well in front of their fans. “You’ll see a different uniform outfit United this season.”

Shaheen said: “One of the main goals for Lahore Qalandars across HBL PSL develops and produces quality players and we will insist on this goal in the 10th version of the league.”