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As Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 is underway, Lahore Qalandars’ batter Asif Ali revealed that his focus remains on the home team. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a refund policy for PSL Season 11 tickets. In a media interaction in Lahore, Asif Ali stated that in the previous season, he played where the team needed him, and he will continue to do so in the Lahore Qalandars’ combination. He added that every team’s effort is to perform well, and a good competition will ensure that.
Asif Ali further stated that his aim is to defend the team’s honor and play good cricket for it. He also mentioned that as long as he has the will to play, he will continue to do so. He also expressed his willingness to join the national team whenever needed, adding that several retired players have already returned to the national team.
Hyderabad Kings’ player Arfan Khan Niazi, a PSL franchise, stated that the only goal is to play well for the team, and when the team performs well, a spot in the national team is secured. He also praised the management of Islamabad United, stating that the environment in Lahore Qalandars is unmatched, and he believes that every team should have a similar atmosphere. He also mentioned that the team’s head coach is like a family member, and he understands that it’s essential to have a supportive environment.
Asif Ali also stated that when the national team needs him, he will be available, adding that several retired players have already returned to the national team. He emphasized that his current focus is on PSL Season 11.
In other news, the PCB has decided to issue a show-cause notice to national cricketer Naseem Shah for violating the central contract. Karachi Kings’ all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz expressed his enthusiasm for PSL, stating that he is fully prepared for the event. Islamabad United’s batter Devon Conway stated that comparing any league to another is challenging.
Former Pakistan cricket captain and commentator Shoaib Malik shared an interesting anecdote about spinner Usman Qadir’s first match. PSL franchise Karachi Kings’ league spinner Adam Zampa mingled with local players. Karachi Kings have set a target of 182 runs for Quetta Gladiators in their second match. The Pakistan Hockey Federation has begun considering Olympian Manzoor Hussain for a national team manager position for the Pro Hockey League and World Cup.
Peshawar’s bowling all-rounder Aaron Hardie stated that they are ready for the event after warm-up matches. Rawalpindi’s fielding coach Riffatullah Mahmand stated that their team has performers and fighters alike. Peshawar Zalmi has included former Test cricketer Azhar Ali in the team management for Season 11. According to sources, Mike Hussey will return to New Zealand for treatment.
In a separate development, the sources have pointed out a fake account on social media spreading false information about the Iranian embassy. An Afghan refugee girl who was kidnapped and raped has been named the culprit. The PCB has decided to issue a show-cause notice to national cricketer Naseem Shah for violating the central contract.
