LAHORE: Karachi Kings picked pace bowler Mir Hamza and Bangladesh wicket-keeper Litton Das in the Silver category of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft here on Monday.
Mir Hamza, a talented fast bowler who was recently released by Karachi Kings in preparation for the PSL 10 Draft, made a triumphant return as the first selection in the Silver Category when the Kings decided to bring him back into their fold.
Known for his skill in swinging the new ball, Hamza has established himself as a valuable asset in the league. Throughout his PSL career, he has taken an impressive 23 wickets in just 20 matches, showcasing his effectiveness and potential.
Karachi Kings followed up this strategic acquisition by securing the services of the Bangladeshi batter Litton Das as their second pick. At 30 years old, Das is celebrated for his calm and composed demeanour at the crease, making him a formidable presence in the batting lineup.
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With a noteworthy career tally of 2020 runs in international T20 matches, he has demonstrated his capacity for aggressive batting, underscored by his 11 half-centuries in 95 T20I appearances for Bangladesh. Overall, his experience shines through with an impressive total of 5123 runs accumulated across 227 T20 games, highlighting his prowess as a dynamic and prolific run-scorer in the format.
It’s worth noting that Mir Hamza and Litton Das have joined young all-rounder Arafat Minhas, New Zealand batter Tim Seifert and leg-spinner Zahid Mehmood, who were retained ahead of the draft.
Arafat Minhas, the talk-of-the-town all-rounder, has been retained in the Silver category. In addition to his on-field contributions, he will serve as the Kings’ brand ambassador, exemplifying the multifaceted role of a modern cricketer who excels both on and off the field.
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Tim Seifert, a versatile wicketkeeper-batsman, adds depth and flexibility to the squad. His ability to fortify the top order and enhance the wicketkeeping department ensures a robust team structure, ready to tackle the challenges of the season.
Zahid Mehmood was impressive last season and the experienced wrist spinner has been retained to strengthen the spin department of Karachi Kings.