Peshawar Zalmi will likely be deprived of the services of Australian batter Mitchell Owen as the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 gears up for its recommencement on May 17.
According to media reports, the 23-year-old has chosen to join Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 instead of ongoing with Zalmi in PSL 10.
Initially contracted as a replacement for Glenn Maxwell, Owen was predictable to link up with Punjab Kings after satisfying his promises with Peshawar Zalmi.
But, ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan late both tournaments, causing a scheduling overlay that forced the boards to study their plans.
Following a ceasefire, both the PSL and IPL boardsโ unconfined updated fixtures, with PSL 10 now set to be held from May 17 to May 25.
This beaten schedule means that Owen, who was initially available until May 18, is now expected to priorities the IPL and will remain with Punjab Kings until the playoffs, if they succeed.
It is relevant to mention that the right-handed batters PSL debut showcased sights of his potential. While he scored 102 runs in 8 innings, his short-tempered strike rate of 192.45 taken the attention of fans.
For the unexperienced, Peshawar Zalmi still in argument for a playoff spot will now look to fill the invalid left by Owen. Fortunately, they have capable replacements in Abdul Samad and Najibullah Zadran, who are ready to step up as the team goals for a strong finish in the tournament.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday revealed the highly expected match schedule for the remainder of PSL 10.
The ongoing version of the marquee league will resume on May 17, when Karachi Kings take on Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
The site will host a double-header on Sunday, with Quetta Gladiators and Multan Sultans fastening horns in the afternoon game, followed by Peshawar Zalmi taking on Lahore Qalandars in the evening fixture.
The last match at the venue will be played on May 19 between defensive champions Islamabad United and Karachi Kings.
The action will then shift to Lahoreโs Gaddafi Stadium, which will host the Qualifier, Eliminator 1, and Eliminator 2 on May 21, 22, and 23, individually.
The highly expected final of the tournament will also be played there on May 25.
