Lahore Qalandars have unveiled their squad for the inaugural Guyana Global Super League (GSL), blending international cricket stars, experienced local players, and promising graduates from their celebrated Player Development Program. The tournament will run from 26 November to 7 December 2024 in Guyana.
Squad Highlights:
The Pakistani lineup includes all-rounder Faheem Ashraf, wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Akhlaq, top-order batter Mirza Tahir Baig, and leg-spinner Arif Yaqoob, forming a strong core for the Qalandars.
The overseas roster boasts:
- South Africa’s wrist-spinner Tabraiz Shamsi
- West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite
- England’s trio: Tom Abell, Luke Wells, and Adam Rossington
- Canadian seamer Kaleem Sana
In alignment with the Qalandars’ vision of nurturing Pakistani talent, the squad includes four graduates from their Player Development Program: fast bowlers Salman Mirza and Tayyab Abbas, top-order batter Mirza Tahir Baig, and all-rounder Muhammad Faizan.
Sameen Rana, Team Owner, Lahore Qalandars:
“The Lahore Qalandars are thrilled to participate in the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League. Our squad reflects a perfect mix of seasoned professionals and emerging talent from our Player Development Program.
Playing in the Caribbean is a fantastic opportunity, and we aim to deliver performances that make our fans proud. It’s immensely gratifying to see our PDP graduates gaining international exposure through this platform.”
The squad will soon depart for Guyana to begin their preparations for the much-anticipated tournament.
Lahore Qalandars Squad for GSL 2024:
- Pakistani Players: Faheem Ashraf, Muhammad Akhlaq, Mirza Tahir Baig, Arif Yaqoob
- Overseas Players: Tabraiz Shamsi, Carlos Brathwaite, Tom Abell, Luke Wells, Adam Rossington, Kaleem Sana
- Player Development Program Graduates: Salman Mirza, Tayyab Abbas, Mirza Tahir Baig, Muhammad Faizan
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