Lahore Qalandars have established an appropriate boost ahead of their high-stakes Eliminator clatter against Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, as Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain has replied the squad after finishing national duty.
The statement about his influx was made on the franchise team’s social media handles, with a photo of Rishad and the caption: “LOOK WHO’S BACK!! It’s Rishad Hossain back in the squad fast of the all-important Eliminator against Karachi Kings.”
Rishad has captivated in his entrance season with the Qalandars, showcasing control and talent during the middle overs.
In just five matches, he has demanded nine wickets at an average of 16.44, underscoring his ability for performing in pressure situations.
His return originates at a vital stage as Lahore Qalandars gear up to face their arch-rivals in the Eliminator on Thursday, May 22, at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
The Shaheen Afridi-led side now topographies a trio of Bangladeshi stars, having lately signed all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz as a replacement for Sikandar Raza for the playoffs.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided Mehidy a No Objection Certificate (NOC), and he is predictable to arrive in Lahore by Tuesday.
At Qalandars, Mehidy will reunify with veteran Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, who, along with Sri Lankaโs Bhanuka Rajapaksa, was recruited in as a replacement following the absence of David Wiese and Sam Billings for the remainder of the tournament.
Shakib made his PSL 10 debut for Lahore on Sunday against Peshawar Zalmi but had an unmemorable outing discharged for a golden duck and yielding 18 runs in two wicketless overs.
Temporarily, Quetta Gladiators, directed by Saud Shakeel, have previously reserved their place in the PSL 10 final after beating Islamabad United on Wednesday.
Lahore Qalandars will lock sirens with Karachi Kings in the Eliminator on Thursday.
The winner of this clatter will face Islamabad United in Qualifier 2 on May 23, with a place in the grand finale against Quetta Gladiators on May 25 at stake.
