Naseem Shah joins Islamabad United for PSL 9. Islamabad United, a formidable force in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), made headlines on Saturday with the revelation of a significant swap deal that brought the highly talented fast-bowler Naseem Shah into their ranks.
This two-time PSL champion strategically secured the services of Naseem, previously associated with the Quetta Gladiators, sparking widespread interest among cricket enthusiasts as reports circulated about his departure from Quetta.
In this noteworthy exchange, Islamabad United bid farewell to Abrar Ahmed and Muhammad Wasim Jr, both of whom were former key players for the team, as they moved to Quetta Gladiators.
Despite early speculation placing Naseem Shah with Multan Sultans or Peshawar Zalmi, the fast bowler ultimately chose Islamabad United, favoring the team over other contenders in the league.
What makes this move even more impressive is that, with the PSL 9 draft still 11 days away, Islamabad United has already secured the signatures of two top-tier players, showcasing a strategic and proactive approach ahead of the upcoming season.
Adding to their roster, Islamabad United orchestrated another significant trade involving Imad Wasim, a standout performer in PSL 8, who clinched the Player of the Tournament title with an impressive record of 404 runs and nine wickets. Imad Wasim joined United through a swap deal that saw Hasan Ali making a move to Karachi Kings.
The Islamabad United squad is shaping up to be a force to be reckoned with, boasting power hitters like Rahmanullah Gurbaz from Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Azam Khan and Asif Ali, along with the dynamic all-rounders Shadab Khan and Faheem Ashraf. The team is emerging as a strong contender for the upcoming PSL season, signaling their intention to compete at the highest level.
In another headline-grabbing trade, Iftikhar Ahmed entered the scene by moving to Multan Sultans through a significant swap with Rilee Rossouw. This trade not only marked Ahmed’s unique distinction of featuring for five different teams in the league but also secured the first platinum pick for Multan in the highly anticipated PSL 9 Draft, scheduled to take place on December 13 in Lahore.
As Naseem Shah joins Islamabad United for PSL 9, the league is abuzz with anticipation as teams strategically position themselves for a competitive and thrilling season ahead.
