As the eagerly awaited Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 draws near, Islamabad United has made significant roster moves. Today, the two-time champions announced the selection of two additional players in the supplementary category and disclosed their decisions regarding replacements for unavailable players in the upcoming PSL 9.
In Supplementary Round 3, Islamabad United secured the talents of West Indian left-arm pacer Obed McCoy, adding an extra layer of excitement to their bowling lineup. The team further bolstered their squad in Supplementary Round 4 by picking young Pakistani batter Haider Ali, injecting fresh energy into their batting department.
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A notable decision from the franchise involved the Replacement Draft, specifically regarding English pacer Tom Curran, who is set to be unavailable for the entire season. Islamabad United has chosen to reserve their decision on his replacement, a strategic move to be revealed in due course.
The Supplementary picks and Replacement draft are as follows:
Supplementary 3:
- Obed McCoy (Islamabad United)
Supplementary 4:
- Haider Ali (Islamabad United)
Replacement Draft:
- Team: Islamabad United
- Player: Tom Curran
- Replacement: Reserved
- Non-Availability: Full
Known for their consistent performance in the PSL, Islamabad United boasts a formidable squad for the upcoming edition. The team features stars such as Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Imad Wasim, Alex Hales, Colin Munro, along with promising new faces set to make their mark in the tournament.
The 9th edition of the PSL is scheduled to commence on 17th February. Islamabad United will embark on their campaign against defending champions Lahore Qalandars at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Anticipation is high as fans eagerly await the thrilling action set to unfold in this edition of the PSL.
