PSL 9: Lahore Qalandars get boost ahead of Quetta Gladiators match

| 2025-01-16 05:22:03

Lahore have strengthened their team

Lahore have strengthened their team after Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza (R) and West Indies’ Carlos Brathwaite (L) joined the squad. - Lahore Qalandars

Defending champions Lahore Qalandars got a boost ahead of their second match in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season nine against Quetta Gladiators on Monday.

Lahore have strengthened their team after Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza and West Indies’ Carlos Brathwaite joined the squad.

Both have joined the squad in Lahore and are available for selection for today's game at the Gaddafi Stadium.

“Sikandar, known for his all-round skills and dynamic presence on the field, joins Lahore Qalandars with a wealth of experience. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball adds a valuable dimension to the team's strategy. He is part of Qalandars’ core and was retained in their roster but missed the opening game due to prior commitments in ILT20, which concluded on February 17 in Dubai,” the Qalandars said in a press release.

“Carlos Brathwaite, a T20 specialist and a renowned power-hitter, brings his explosive batting prowess and strategic bowling to the Lahore Qalandars lineup. He has been called up to strengthen the Qalandars' bench.

“Both players are set to be available for the entire tournament, starting today, adding depth and international flair to Lahore Qalandars' quest for glory.

“The team's management expresses confidence in the newly acquired talent and believes their addition will play a pivotal role in the squad's success.”

Lahore will be looking to bounce back after their defeat in the opening match of PSL 9 against Islamabad United on Saturday.