Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 has reportedly failed to land Australia’s Steve Smith despite previous optimism around his availability for the tournament.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly shared an updated roster of foreign players with franchises ahead of the PSL 10 players’ draft. The revised list includes some of cricket’s biggest names, but not without caveats, as several marquee players have either declined or remain unconfirmed due to ongoing negotiations.
Steve Smith and Kane Williamson Uncertain for PSL 10
Australian batting icon Steve Smith was listed among the platinum-category players; however, sources confirm that Smith has declined the invitation, citing prior commitments. Similarly, New Zealand’s Kane Williamson has also turned down the offer but remains a focus of PCB’s continued efforts to secure his participation.
Platinum-Category Stars in Focus
The platinum-category lineup for the PSL 10 draft features a mix of cricket heavyweights:
| Country | Players |
|---|---|
| Australia | David Warner, Matthew Short, Riley Meredith, Steve Smith (TBC) |
| Bangladesh | Mustafizur Rahman, Shakib Al Hasan (batter only due to bowling ban) |
| England | Adil Rashid (TBC), Chris Woakes, Jonny Bairstow, Jason Roy, Tom Curran, Gus Atkinson, Tom Kohler-Cadmore |
| New Zealand | Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Kane Williamson (TBC) |
| Sri Lanka | Charith Asalanka |
| West Indies | Shai Hope |
Pending Confirmations and NOC Challenges
The PCB faces hurdles in securing confirmations for some players. England’s Adil Rashid and others are awaiting final clearance, while issues around obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players like Chris Woakes and Jonny Bairstow remain unresolved.
PCB officials are actively working to finalize these approvals.
Another Update Expected
The PCB is set to release another updated players’ list in the coming days as the franchises prepare for the draft. The highly anticipated PSL 10 is scheduled to take place in April and May 2025, promising another electrifying season of cricket.
