Islamabad United has made a significant move, replacing Deepak Hooda with Poon Ramrathnaye in their lineup. According to the franchise’s spokesperson, Islamabad United has signed the Sri Lankan cricketer Poon Ramrathnaye, as Deepak Hooda is set to leave the team due to his national duty. It is reported that Hooda was signed for a whopping 60 lakh Pakistani rupees, but due to limited availability, he will receive only 70% of his contract amount. The remaining 30% will be transferred to Poon Ramrathnaye.
Islamabad United’s head coach, Luke Ronchi, expressed his expectations for the upcoming matches, stating that the pitches in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 have been challenging, and they anticipate that the same will continue in the future. Ronchi emphasized the importance of having players who understand Asian conditions and can effectively play spinners, highlighting Poon Ramrathnaye’s expertise in these areas.
Poon Ramrathnaye’s addition to the Islamabad United squad has been welcomed by the team, and the franchise’s spokesperson expressed their admiration for Hooda’s national duty. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a one-year ban on the Sri Lankan cricketer.
In other news, Raja Rihan, a Pakistani-born karate athlete, has won a silver medal in the seniors 60 kg category at the Poland championships. Meanwhile, former English all-rounder Mushtaq Ahmed has revealed why he joined the Pakistan Super League (PSL) instead of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
In the ongoing PSL, Quetta Gladiators’ bowling coach, Sohail Tanvir, acknowledged that the team’s performance has been inconsistent, while Peshawar Zalmi’s assistant and bowling coach, Azhar Mahmood, praised Babar Azam’s exceptional skills, stating that he is a world-class cricketer.
In women’s cricket, the Pakistan vs. Zimbabwe series has announced its match officials. The Pakistan Women’s Athletics and Fitness Camp in Lahore continues, with the athletes undergoing rigorous training sessions on the third day.
Former English all-rounder Mushtaq Ahmed revealed why he joined the Pakistan Super League (PSL) instead of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Rashid Khan, the Afghan cricket team’s renowned leg-spinner, disclosed that he was offered citizenship and the opportunity to play cricket in India and Australia, but he declined the offers.
In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Mumbai Indians’ captain, Hardik Pandya, is facing intense criticism due to the team’s poor performance, with only one win in five matches. Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi has offered his support to 38-year-old Shapoor Zadran, who is reportedly in a critical health condition.
