A wave of top Pakistani cricketers has been snapped up by Australian franchises for the 2025 season of the Big Bash League (BBL), marking one of the strongest showings by Pakistani talent in the tournament’s history.
Leading the pack, Shaheen Afridi has been signed by Brisbane Heat, while Haris Rauf will continue his association with Melbourne Stars. Mohammad Rizwan joins Melbourne Renegades, and Shadab Khan has been picked by Sydney Thunder.
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All four players have been selected in the prestigious Platinum category, reflecting their immense value in the T20 circuit.
Adelaide Strikers have added experienced pacer Hasan Ali to their squad, and the Melbourne Renegades have also picked up emerging all-rounder Hassan Khan.
Meanwhile, former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has reportedly signed a pre-draft deal with Sydney Sixers. The contract is said to be worth around Rs. 100 million, far exceeding the base Platinum category price of Rs. 7.75 crore. Sources say the Sixers were eager to lock him in ahead of the draft, given his global stature.
This surge in Pakistani signings underlines the rising demand for the country’s T20 specialists on the world stage, as BBL franchises look to add firepower and depth for the upcoming season.
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