The excitement for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 is building as the foreign players categories for the draft have been officially revealed.
A host of international stars, including big names from Australia, England, and beyond, are set to be available for selection in the draft scheduled for January 11, 2025.
The Platinum Category features 40 of the best foreign players, with some of the biggest names in world cricket. This category includes marquee players who are expected to make an immediate impact in the competition. Notably, Australia’s David Warner, along with several other international stars, has registered in this high-profile category.
Key Players in the Platinum Category
| Player | Country |
|---|---|
| David Warner | Australia |
| Matthew Short | Australia |
| Sean Abbott | Australia |
| Mark Chapman | New Zealand |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Bangladesh |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | Afghanistan |
| Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh |
| Chris Lynn | Australia |
| Daryl Mitchell | New Zealand |
| Adam Milne | New Zealand |
| Tim Southee | New Zealand |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka |
| David Willey | England |
| Usman Khawaja | Australia |
| Zak Crawley | England |
| Jason Roy | England |
| Michael Bracewell | New Zealand |
| Alex Hales | England |
Diamond and Gold Categories: Additional Talent for Selection
In addition to the Platinum Category, players who do not get selected in the elite group will be available for selection in the Diamond and Gold categories.
- Diamond Category: A total of 87 foreign players are available for selection in this category. Notable players include Alex Carey from Australia.
- Gold Category: The Gold Category has a broader pool with 165 foreign players registered, providing PSL franchises with a wide variety of talent to choose from.
Diamond and Gold Category
| Category | No. of Players | Key Players |
|---|---|---|
| Diamond | 87 | Alex Carey (Australia) |
| Gold | 165 | Various |
Originally scheduled to take place in Gwadar, the PSL 10 Draft will now be held in Lahore due to logistical issues. A formal announcement confirming the venue and other details is expected shortly.
