The second edition of the Global Super League (GSL) 2025 is set to feature a strong contingent of Pakistani cricketers, with six players confirmed across four international franchises.
The competition, which brings together teams from various T20 leagues under a unified calendar, is set to be played from July 10 to 19, and Pakistan’s presence promises to add further intrigue. From established internationals to emerging domestic talent, these players are expected to play key roles in their respective squads as the tournament gets underway in just a day’s time.
| Team | Pakistani Players |
|---|---|
| Dubai Capitals | Haider Ali |
| Hobart Hurricanes | Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir |
| Guyana Amazon Warriors | Saud Shakeel |
| Rangpur Riders | Iftikhar Ahmed, Khawaja Nafay, Akif Javed |
The real questions surround the availability of Mohammad Nawaz and Sahibzada Farhan for Hobart Hurricanes after the duo was named in Pakistan’s squad for the Bangladesh series. With Pakistan’s training camp for the tour starting soon, the two might miss out on representing the Australian team in favour of international duty. However, with the competition concluding on July 19, it might not be out of the question for them to participate and then join the national team in Bangladesh.
The inclusion of Pakistani players in the Global Super League 2025 is seen as a promising sign of the country’s growing influence in global franchise cricket, despite recent challenges around player availability and scheduling. With international windows now more coordinated, opportunities for Pakistani cricketers to participate in cross-league events like the GSL are expected to grow in the coming years.
As the tournament draws near, all eyes will be on how Pakistan’s representatives adapt to unfamiliar conditions and whether they can make their mark on this ambitious new chapter in global franchise cricket.
| Date | Match No. | Teams | Venue | Time (PST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 10 Jul ’25 | 1st Match | Central Districts vs Dubai Capitals | Providence | 7:00 PM |
| Fri, 11 Jul ’25 | 2nd Match | Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Rangpur Riders | Providence | 4:00 AM |
| Fri, 11 Jul ’25 | 3rd Match | Dubai Capitals vs Hobart Hurricanes | Providence | 7:00 PM |
| Sat, 12 Jul ’25 | 4th Match | Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Central Districts | Providence | 4:00 AM |
| Sun, 13 Jul ’25 | 5th Match | Hobart Hurricanes vs Rangpur Riders | Providence | 7:00 PM |
| Mon, 14 Jul ’25 | 6th Match | Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Dubai Capitals | Providence | 4:00 AM |
| Wed, 16 Jul ’25 | 7th Match | Central Districts vs Hobart Hurricanes | Providence | 4:00 AM |
| Wed, 16 Jul ’25 | 8th Match | Dubai Capitals vs Rangpur Riders | Providence | 7:00 PM |
| Thu, 17 Jul ’25 | 9th Match | Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Hobart Hurricanes | Providence | 4:00 AM |
| Thu, 17 Jul ’25 | 10th Match | Central Districts vs Rangpur Riders | Providence | 7:00 PM |
| Sat, 19 Jul ’25 | Final | TBA vs TBA | Providence | 4:00 AM |