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Australia top-order batter Marnus Labuschagne has expressed his excitement ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.
Marnus, 31, has been roped in by Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen as a direct signing for the landmark season of the tournament.
Labuschagne shared a video message, expressing his delight at being part of the marquee league for the first time.
“I am excited to join Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen for this season of the PSL,” he said.
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“I want to thank the club and fans, it is going to be a great year. Can’t wait to be a part of it. I can’t wait to join the team,” he added.
Earlier today, the franchise also announced the signing of ace Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell for PSL 11.
The right-hander will strengthen the squad that also includes some other notable names, including Pakistan all-rounder Saim Ayub.
For those unaware, Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen was acquired by Fawad Sarwar’s Kingsmen Group, who won the franchise rights with a bid worth Rs1.75 billion (approximately $6.25 million).
On the field, the franchise has begun shaping a competitive squad.
They retained promising talents Saim Ayub, Usman Khan, Maaz Sadaqat, and Akif Javed.
The team has also assembled an experienced coaching staff. Former Australia fast bowler Jason Gillespie has been appointed head coach, with Grant Bradburn set to serve as fielding coach under his leadership.
The landmark PSL 11 season is scheduled to begin on March 26, while the much-anticipated player auction will take place on February 11.
Saim Ayub, Akif Javed, Maaz Sadaqat, Marnus Labuschagne (Direct Signing), Glenn Maxwell, Usman Khan, Mohammad Ali, Kusal Perera, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Hassan Khan, Shayan Jahangir, Ottniel Baartman, Hammad Azam, Riley Meredith, Sharjeel Khan, Asif Mehmood, Hunain Shah, Rizwan Mehmood, Saad Ali, and Tayyab Arif.
READ: PSL 11: Hyderabad boost squad with Glenn Maxwell signing
