Lets do Karachi Kings Squad Analysis for PSL 2024. Karachi Kings is in the process of rebuilding their team as they want fresh faces to turn the game in their favour.
Karachi Kings Owner
The Owner of Karachi Kings is Salman Iqbal who is also the CEO of ARY Channel. ARY Media Group purchased the Karachi franchise for 26 million US dollars for ten years. Karachi Kings was the tournament’s most costly franchise. In 2017 Multan Sultans, the new franchise, replaced Kings in terms of cost as it was sold at 41.6 million US dollars for eight years.
Karachi Kings Women Maiden PSL trophy in 2015
The team is based in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, Pakistan, and was formed in 2015 as a result of the formation of the Pakistan Super League by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The team’s home ground is the National Stadium. Karachi Kings won first maiden PSL title in the year 2020.
Karachi Kings Complete Squad of PSL 2023
1. Imad Waseem-Captain (Diamond) 2. Haider Ali (Platinum)3.Mathew Wade(Platinum & Overseas) 4. Imran Tahir (Platinum & Overseas) 5. Shoaib Malik (Gold)6. James Vince (Diamond & Overseas)7. James Fuller (Diamond & Overseas)8.Muhammad Aamir (Gold) 9.Andrew Tye (Gold) 10. Sharjeel Khan (Silver) 11. Mir Hamza (Silver)12. Aamer Yamin (Silver)13. Tayyab Tahir (Silver ) 14. Muhammad Akhlaqe (Silver)15. Qasim Akram (Emerging)16. Imran Khan Niazi(Emerging)17. Tabraiz Shami(Supplementary)18. Muhammad Umer (Supplementary)
Haider Azhar Joined Karachi Kings for PSL 2024
Mr. Haider Azhar Joined Karachi Kings as Head of Strategy and Team Director. Haider Azhar previously served Multans Sultans in the same position.
Karachi Kings Local Players Category Renewals List PSL 2024
1.Imad Waseem (Platinum), 2. Shoaib Malik (Diamond), 3. Muhammad Aamir (Diamond), 4. Tayyab Tahir (Gold),6. Sharjeel Khan (Gold), 7. Mir Hamza (Gold), 8. Haider Ali (Gold), 9. Musa Khan (Gold), 10. Aamir Yamin (Gold), 11. Mohammad Akhlaq (Silver), 12. Akif Javed (Silver), 13. Mohammad Umer (Silver), 14. Irfan Khan Niazi (Emerging), 15. Faisal Akram (Emerging).
Expert Analysis on Karachi Kings Category Renewals PSL 2024
Its a good move as PCB promoted Imad Waseem from Diamond to Platinum category for PSL 2024. Mohammad Aamir and Shoaib Malik promoted from Gold to Diamond category in PSL 2024 renewals. Again this is an excellent move. These three are the core players of Karachi Kings with lot of experience and skill set. Tayyab Tahir promoted to Gold from Silver is excellent as he played really well in the PSL 8 and also performed well by playing for Pakistan Shaheen and Pakistan Emerging players. Mir Hamza from Silver to Gold promotion is again a deserving one. Mir Hamza is 2nd most wicket taker in QA trophy 2023 and most experienced bowler in Pakistan’s domestic cricket. Faisal Akram spinner is in emerging and we must encourage him to get some matches to see his talent and skills. Sharjeel Khan from Silver to Gold is also good one. He is good hitter of the cricket ball as an opener. These seven players I selected to be in the final complete squad of Karachi Kings for PSL 9. All other players like Haider Ali, Musa Khan, Aamir Yamin, Mohammad Akhlaq, Akif Javed, Mohammad Umer, Irfan Khan I am seeing as liability on Karachi Kings and they must get rid of them to release them for PSL 9. So that Karachi kings enable to select some quality players to build a formidable squad to become champions of PSL 9. In these players Mohammad Umer can be given a chance.
Hassan Ali joined Karachi Kings, Imad Waseem traded to Islamabad United for PSL 2024
Karachi Kings’ captain Imad Wasim has been swapped for Hasan Ali from Islamabad United, marking one of the biggest trades in history of PSL. Hassan Ali moved in the diamond category of Karachi Kings for PSL 2024. Hassan Ali is among the highest wicket takers of PSL. Indeed will create a big impact for success of Karachi Kings.
Karachi Kings Players Retention List for PSL 2024
1.James Vince(Diamond),2.Hasan Ali (Diamond), 3.Shan Masood (Brand Ambassador), 4.Shoaib Malik (Mentor & Gold),5. Tabraiz Shamsi (Gold), 6.Mir Hamza (Silver),7.Muhammad Akhlaq (Silver), 8.Muhammad Irfan Khan (Emerging).
Karachi kings Players Release List for PSL 2024
1. Muhammad Aamir (Diamond), 2. Tayyab Tahir (Gold),3. Sharjeel Khan (Gold),4. Haider Ali (Gold), 5. Musa Khan (Gold),6. Aamir Yamin (Gold),7. Akif Javed (Silver), 8. Mohammad Umer (Silver).
Expert Analysis on Karachi Kings Players Retention and Release List for PSL 2024
James Vince is an impact player and retained. Shan Masood is traded in from Multan Sultans is a good move and will also captain the side. Shoaib Malik is an experienced lad and retained. Tabraiz Shami is world’s best spinner and retained. Mir Hamza is also an impact experienced domestic player having loads of experience. I dont like retaining Muhammad Irfan Khan Niazi in emerging category as he has not any big imapact in PSL 8 instead playing most of the matches in PSL 9. Hope Karachi Kings will pick best picks in the draft to make a formidable team for PSL 2024.
Karachi Kings appointed West Indies all rounder Phil Simmons as Head Coach for PSL 2024
Karachi Kings have appointed the former West Indies allrounder Phil Simmons as their head coach ahead of the 2024 Pakistan Super League (PSL) season. Simmons takes over from the former South Africa allrounder Johan Botha.
Karachi Kings New Draft picks for PSL 2024
1. Kieron Pollard (Overseas Wes Indies, Platinum),2. Daniel Sams (Overseas Australia, Platinum),3.Mohammad Nawaz(Platinum),4. Tim Seifert (Overseas New Zealand, Diamond), 5. Mohammad Amir Khan (Silver)6. Anwar Ali (Silver),7. Arafat Minhas, 8. Sirajuddin (Emerging),9. Jamie Overton (Overseas England, Supplementary),10. Saad Baig (Supplementary).
Karachi Kings Replacement Draft picks for PSL 2024
Karachi Kings had the third pick and they went for English middle-order batter Leus De Plooy. Karachi Kings drafted 21-year-old Mohammad Rohid as part of their squad. Karachi Kings have called in Zahid Mehmood as a partial replacement of Kieron Pollard while they have reserved their pick for Tim Seifert, who will be available after the conclusion of the New Zealand T20Is.
Karachi Kings Complete Squad for PSL 2024
1.James Vince(Diamond),2.Hasan Ali (Diamond), 3.Shan Masood (Brand Ambassador), 4.Shoaib Malik (Mentor & Gold),5. Tabraiz Shamsi (Gold), 6.Mir Hamza (Silver),7.Muhammad Akhlaq (Silver), 8.Muhammad Irfan Khan (Emerging).
9. Kieron Pollard (Overseas Wes Indies, Platinum),10. Daniel Sams (OverseasAustralia,Platinum),11.Mohammad Nawaz(Platinum),12. Tim Seifert (Overseas New Zealand, Diamond), 13. Mohammad Amir Khan (Silver)14. Anwar Ali (Silver),15. Arafat Minhas (Silver),16. Sirajuddin (Emerging),17. Jamie Overton (Overseas England, Supplementary),18. Saad Baig (Supplementary),19. Leus De Plooy, 20. Mohammad Rohid,21. Zahid Mehmood.
Karachi Kings expected Final XI for PSL 2024
1. James Vince, 2. Tim Seifert/ Muhammad Akhlaq, 3.Shan Masood, 4. Shoaib Malik, 5. Irfan Khan Niazi 6.Kieron Pollared, 7.Daniel Sams, 8.Mohammad Nawaz,9. Tabraiz Shamsi/Zahid Mehmood, 10.Anwar Ali/Arafat Minhas, 11.Hassan Ali/Mir Hamza
Expert Analysis on Karachi Kings Squad Analysis for PSL 2024
Some fire power in the opening slot. Then Shan Masood and Shoaib Malik to anchor the innings. Then some brute sloggers in the lower middle orders with likes of Kieron Pollard and Daniel Sams. Spin bowling is balanced with Tabraiz Shamsi and Mohammad Nawaz. In fast bowling Karachi Kings has Hassan Ali, Mir Hamza, Anwar Ali.
I think Karachi Kings here missed to trick to release Muhammad Aamir and Imad Waseem. Both played main part in their wins as a team. Both played fantatic impact for their team wins. But by releasing both impact players is a big mistake Karachi Kings did. But for them, they traded in Hassan Ali for Imad Waseem. Mohammad Nawaz is picked for Imad Waseem. That is I think no blunder. Had both included in the team, Karachi Kings team was the most strongest and impactful. Their managment has the strategy to build up a new core of players and releasing Imad Waseem and Muhammad Aamir was in theire strategy.
Team is in rebuilding process. Seeing this team at the bottom of the points table in PSL 9.
Karachi Kings appointed Seteve Kirby as new Bowling Coach for PSL 2024
Karachi Kings has appointed Steve Kirby as their fast-bowling coach for the ninth edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Kirby, currently serving as the Bowling Coach for Zimbabwe and leading pathway development, brings extensive coaching experience.
Previously, he held key coaching roles with Somerset and Derbyshire, showcasing his ability to enhance elite athletes’ skills.
Commenting on Steve Kirby’s appointment, Tariq Wasi, CEO of Karachi Kings, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Steve Kirby to the Karachi Kings family. His wealth of experience and proven track record make him an invaluable addition to our coaching staff. We believe his expertise will play a pivotal role in nurturing our fast bowlers and elevating the team’s performance in the upcoming season.”
Haider Azhar, Karachi Kings Team Director & Head of Strategy, echoed similar sentiments, remarking, “Steve Kirby’s appointment aligns perfectly with our vision of building a formidable team capable of achieving excellence. His dedication to player development and strategic insights will be instrumental in shaping our bowling unit. We look forward to a successful collaboration and an exciting season ahead.”
Karachi Kings appointed James Vince as the Voice captain for PSL 2024
English batting sensation, James Vice is appointed as the voice captain for PSL 2024. He is one of the overseas player of Karachi Kings for PSL 9.
Imran Tahir replaced Tabraiz Shamsi for Karachi Kings for PSL 2024
Imran Tahir replaced Tabraiz Shamsi as replcement player for Tabraiz Shamsi. Imran Tahir the veteran is still in the form of his life. Bowled ecnomical and wicket taking spells in recently concluded SAt20 played in 2024.
Karachi Kings criticized for not utilizing youngsters in PSL 2024
Karachi Kings unable to properly utilized the young emerging players in PSL 2024. Saad Baig played few initial matches but failed to make any impact. Arafat Minhas U19 player played last match against Lahore Qalandars but he was not given the bowling as he is bowling all rounder. Also he was unable to bat at the end of the innings. So not utilizing his potential. Even in this match over was given to Pollard and Anwar Ali but not to Arafat Minhas. Arafat Minhas is an impact U19 player who always played crucial roles espcially in bowling and also in some match in batting. He is bowling all rounder.
Post Martem of Karachi Kings for PSL 2024
Most flopped show is from their main players like Mohammad Nawaz, Shan Masood,Daniel Sams,James Vince,Tim Seifert and Shan Masood. Their biggest positive is Irfan Khan Niazi, Shoaib Malik, Pollard, Hassan Ali, Mir Hamza and young player Arafat Minhas. They also missed the trick to not play Arafat Minhas in all matches and given chance only in one match. Karachi Kings unable to pick some impact overseas players and also Shan Masood as captain and player was absolute flop in his first assignment for Karachi Kings.
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