Northern superchargesRecently acquired by CEO of Sun Group Kavya MaranTwo Pakistan cricketers made headlines by signing two Pakistan cricketers as a replacement for the 2025 edition of hundred. The move marks a significant development amidst the ongoing investigation of the participation of Pakistani players in the UK’s innovative 100 balls, with four of the eight franchises organized by the Indian original owners, especially.
Two Pakistan players get contracts for hundred 2025
The signature was officially confirmed on August 5, showing the rumors that incite rumors that Pakistani cricketers could be sidelined after a change in the ownership of the franchise. Mohammad AmirThe left-handed pace, Australian seamor is involved as a full-seasoned replacement for Ben Dustsuis, which is unavailable due to national commitments. Meanwhile, spin all -rounder Imad Wasim steps as a short -term option for Michelle Santner of New Zealand and will be available for the first two matches of supervisors.
These inclusions are notable as the first Pakistani players to secure a hundred contracts for the rich and Imad season, no Pakistani men’s cricketers were raised after the march – a decision is largely responsible for the international scheduling clash instead of deliberate exclusion.
This season is the first under the complete ownership of the Sun Group, headed by Indian businessman Kavya Maran, who owns Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL. The group invested more than 1,000 crores in northern supercharges, indicating a new era to the Leeds-based side.
Given the tension of political and sports between India and Pakistan, Maran’s move surprised something, and a lack of Pakistani representation in Indian-managed leagues like the SA20. However, Maran and other franchise owners have reiterated that cricketing merit-Balki will determine the selection of-Khiladi rather than off-field politics.
ECB chief’s response
Richard goldThe Chief Executive Officer of the ECB first responded to concerns about the Indo-Pakistan struggle. “The identity of new investors will not affect the participation of Pakistani players in hundred. We know about restrictions in other areas, but it will not happen here,” he said in front of a hundred drafts.
When no Pakistani men’s cricketers were selected in the march draft, the eyebrows were picked up. The absence of the players was held responsible for struggling for some time with Pakistan’s West Indies’ White-Ball Tour and the UAE for some time.
Now, the inclusion of Amir and Imad, who advocated the more inclusive tournament by Pakistan cricket fans, has been warmly welcomed. Amir, who previously played county cricket in the UK, brings speed and experience, while Imad is considered valuable for his T20 skills and versatility.
The first match of supercharges in hundred 2025 has been set against Welsh Fire for 7 August.
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