The Pakistan Super League (PSL), a professional Twenty20 cricket league, has taken the cricketing world by storm. Since its establishment in 2015, it has become Pakistan’s premier domestic T20 competition, featuring top Pakistani and international cricketers. The tournament is organized by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), and it is played by different teams representing different cities in Pakistan – Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators.
Teams of PSL 2023
Six teams are participating in PSL 2023
- Islamabad United
- Karachi Kings
- Lahore Qalandars
- Multan Sultans
- Peshawar Zalmi
- Quetta Gladiators
PSL 2023 Draft & PSL 2023 All Teams Squad
On the 15th of December, the PSL 2023 draft saw roughly 500 cricketers participate. The drafting process involved selecting players from a variety of categories, including Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Emerging, and Supplementary. To further complicate matters, PSL teams had access to right-to-match (RTM) cards, which allowed them to reclaim previously selected players. For instance, Quetta Gladiators (QG) utilized their RTM card to regain Naseem Shah from Multan Sultans.
Looking ahead to the tournament, Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2023 is set to feature a star-studded lineup of players, including Jason Roy, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, David Miller, Sikandar Raza, Matthew Wade, Moeen Ali, Rovman Powell, Martin Guptil Imran Tahir, and many more. The players selected in the Platinum category, such as Fakhar Zaman, Hasaranga, Miller, and Powell, are expected to bring their A-game to the pitch.
Lahore Qalandars Squad 2023
The Lahore Qalandars, reigning champions of the Pakistan Super League, have set their sights on a historic milestone by becoming the first team to retain their title while also joining the elite club of multiple championship winners. With a roster packed with star-studded talent, the Lahore Qalandars appear primed to defend their title in the upcoming PSL 2023 season.
Under the captaincy of Shaheen Afridi, the Lahore Qalandars boast an impressive array of players, including the exceptional Rashid Khan, Haris Rauf, and Fakhar Zaman, adding to the team’s already formidable strength. The Lahore Qalandars management has also shrewdly recruited the talented Sikandar Raza and Liam Dawson to replace the experienced Mohammad Hafeez and Samit Patel, adding even more depth to the squad.
With such a well-balanced and dynamic team, the Lahore Qalandars have the potential to conquer the PSL 2023 season and secure their second title. Below is the Lahore Qalandars squad for the upcoming PSL 2023 season, as they embark on their journey towards defending their championship:
| Shaheen Afridi (c) | Rashid Khan | Fakhar Zaman |
| Hussain Talat | Haris Rauf | David Wiese |
| Sikandar Raza | Liam Dawson | Abdullah Shafique |
| Tahir Baig | Dilbar Hussain | Ahmed Daniyal |
| Kamran Ghulam | Harry Brook | Shahwaiz Irfan |
| Zaman Khan | Jordan Cox | Jalat Khan |
Multan Sultan Squad 2023
Multan Sultans, the finalists of the previous year, have set their sights on clinching their second PSL title with fierce determination. Renowned for their unwavering consistency in recent seasons, they stand as prime contenders to emerge victorious in PSL 8. Led by the adept Mohammad Rizwan, Multan Sultans’ roster for PSL 2023 has been further bolstered by the inclusion of explosive talents like David Miller, Josh Little, and Akeal Hosein. Their squad exudes a remarkable sense of balance, and they appear primed to launch an all-out assault on the coveted title. Behold the Multan Sultans squad for PSL 2023:
| Mohammad Rizwan (c) | David Miller | Josh Little |
| Shan Masood | Rilee Rossouw | Khushdil Shah |
| Akeal Hosein | Tim David | Shahnawaz Dahani |
| Usman Khan | Usama Mir | Sameen Gul |
| Mohammad Sarwar | Anwar Ali | Ihsanullah |
| Abbas Afridi | Arafat Minhas | Adil Rashid |
Islamabad United Squad 2023
Islamabad United, who have the distinction of being the only team to have won the PSL championship multiple times, are determined to secure the PSL 8 title and uphold their winning record. Known for their aggressive style of play, they are widely regarded as one of the most thrilling teams in the league. Thanks to their astute recruitment strategy, they are better equipped for PSL 8 than ever before. Under the captaincy of Shadab Khan, their team comprises a dynamic batting unit and a formidable bowling attack featuring Moeen Ali, Abrar Ahmed, and Rumman Raees. With a well-balanced squad, Islamabad United’s PSL 8 lineup has the potential to be one of the standout teams in the tournament. Take a look at the squad that Islamabad United has assembled for PSL 2023:
| Shadab Khan (c) | Alex Hales | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | Asif Ali | Mohammad Wasim Jr |
| Faheem Ashraf | Hasan Ali | Azam Khan |
| Rumman Raees | Paul Stirling | Colin Munro |
| Abrar Ahmed | Sohaib Maqsood | Zeeshan Zameer |
| Hasan Nawaz | Moeen Ali | Mubasir Khan |
Peshawar Zalmi
Peshawar Zalmi, following a lackluster PSL 7, is aiming to make a strong comeback in PSL 8. To bolster their squad, they have acquired Babar Azam, Pakistan’s all-format captain, in a high-profile trade with Karachi Kings. With a mix of talented youth including Saim Ayub, Haseebullah, and Danish Aziz, and T20 superstars such as Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Jimmy Neesham, and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, along with experienced players like Wahab Riaz, Peshawar Zalmi appears to be a formidable team. Keep an eye out for them throughout the tournament. Here’s a look at their squad for PSL 8.
| Babar Azam (c) | Rovman Powell | Bhanuka Rajapaksa |
| Mujeeb-ur-Rahman | Wahab Riaz | Sherfane Rutherford |
| Danish Aziz | Arshad Iqbal | Mohammad Haris |
| Saim Ayub | Usman Qadir | Tom Kohler-Cadmore |
| Salman Irshad | Aamer Jamal | Haseebullah |
| Sufyan Muqeem | Jimmy Neesham |
Karachi Kings
The Karachi Kings are determined to make a triumphant return in PSL 8 after a disheartening PSL 7 campaign that yielded only one victory. In their efforts to improve, they have made some significant player trades, acquiring Babar Azam while relinquishing Haider Ali and Shoaib Malik. Moreover, the team has added several notable players such as Matthew Wade, Imran Tahir, and Andrew Tye, signifying their strong commitment to success. Imad Wasim, the team’s leader, will be joined by Sharjeel Khan, Mohammad Amir, and Qasim Akram, among others, forming a formidable squad with the potential to qualify for the playoffs once again. With this, here is the complete Karachi Kings squad for PSL 8, replete with talent and promise.
| Imad Wasim (c) | Matthew Wade | Imran Tahir |
| Haider Ali | James Vince | James Fuller |
| Andrew Tye | Shoaib Malik | Mohammad Amir |
| Tayyab Tahir | Mohammad Akhlaq | Sharjeel Khan |
| Mir Hamza | Aamer Yamin | Irfan Khan Niazi |
| Qasim Akram | Tabraiz Shamsi | Mohammad Umar |
Quetta Gladiators
Quetta Gladiators are determined to bounce back in PSL 8 after a lackluster season 7. Their new recruits – Wanindu Hasaranga, Martin Guptill, and Odean Smith – have provided a much-needed boost to their squad. With a balanced bowling unit featuring Naseem Shah, Mohammad Hasnian, Hasaranga, Mohammad Nawaz, and Naveen-ul-Haq, and explosive batsmen like Will Smeed, Jason Roy, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Umar Akmal, Quetta appears to have most bases covered. Their PSL 8 squad looks formidable and has the potential to go all the way. See their 2023 squad below.
| Sarfaraz Ahmed (c) | Wanindu Hasaranga | Naseem Shah |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Odean Smith | Jason Roy |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | Ahsan Ali | Mohammad Hasnain |
| Umaid Asif | Mohammad Zahid | Will Smeed |
| Umar Akmal | Naveen-ul-Haq | Aimal Khan |
| Abdul Wahid Bangalzai | Omair bin Yousuf | Martin Guptill |
PSL 2023 Retained Players List with Category
PSL 2023 is scheduled to take place from 9 February to 19 March 2023. Lahore Qalandars retained Rashid Khan and Shaheen Afridi in the platinum category, while other teams retained only one platinum player. Karachi Kings traded Babar Azam for Haider Ali (Platinum) and Shoaib Malik (Diamond).
The following is a list of retained players for all teams participating in PSL 2023:
Lahore Qalandars Retained Players Category
| Player | Category |
| Rashid Khan | Platinum |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Platinum |
| David Wiese | Diamond |
| Abdullah Shafique | Gold |
| Harry Brook | Silver |
| Kamran Ghulam | Silver |
| Zaman Khan | Emerging |
| 8th Retention | To Be Announced |
Peshawar Zalmi Retained Players Category
| Player | Category |
| Babar Azam | Platinum |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Diamond |
| Wahab Riaz | Diamond |
| Mohammad Haris | Gold |
| Aamir Jamal | Brand Ambassador |
| Salman Irshad | Silver |
| Tom-Kohler Cadmore | Silver |
Multan Sultans Retained Players Category
| Player | Category |
| Mohammad Rizwan | Platinum |
| Khushdil Shah | Diamond |
| Rilee Rossouw | Diamond |
| Shan Masood | Diamond |
| Shahnawaz Dahani | Brand Ambassador |
| Tim David | Gold |
| Abbas Afridi | Emerging |
| Ihsanullah | Emerging |
Islamabad United Retained Players Category
| Player | Category |
| Shadab Khan | Platinum |
| Asif Ali | Brand Ambassador |
| Mohammad Wasim Jnr | Diamond |
| Azam Khan | Gold |
| Faheem Ashraf | Gold |
| Hasan Ali | Gold |
| Colin Munro | Silver |
| Paul Stirling | Silver |
Quetta Gladiators Retained Players Category
| Player | Category |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Platinum |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | Diamond |
| Jason Roy | Diamond |
| Mohammad Hasnain | Gold |
| Sarfaraz Ahmed | Gold |
| Naveen ul Haq | Mentor |
| Umar Akmal | Mentor |
| Will Smeed | Silver |
PSL Draft 2023: Foreign Players List
Platinum
- Aaron Finch
- Adil Rashid
- Akeal Hosein
- Alex Hales
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Colin De Grandhomme
- Dasun Shanaka
- David Miller
- Dawid Malan
- Evin Lewis
- Jimmy Neesham
- Lungi Ngidi
- Martin Guptill
- Moeen Ali
- Mohammad Nabi
- Mujeeb ur Rehman
- Nicholas Pooran
- Odean Smith
- Rahkeem Cornwall
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Rashid Khan
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Reece Topley
- Saqib Mahmood
- Shakib Al Hasan
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Tom Curran
- Tymal Mills
- Wanindu Hasaranga De Silva
Diamond
- Adam Hose
- Andre Fletcher
- Andrew Tye
- Angelo Mathews
- Avishka Fernando
- Bas de Leede
- Ben Mike
- Benjamin Cutting
- Bjorn Fortuin
- Brandon King
- Cameron Delport
- Carlos Brathwaite
- Chadwick Walton
- Charith Asalanka
- Craig Overton
- Daniel Sams
- Daniel Worrall
- David Wiese
- Dominic Drakes
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Dwaine Pretorius
- Evan Jones
- Fabian Allen
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
- George Dockrell
- Gulbadin Naib
- Hayden Walsh
- Hazratullah Zazai
- Imran Tahir
- Jacques Snyman
- James Bracey
- James Fuller
- James Vince
- Jamie Overton
- Janneman Malan
- Jason Roy
- Johnson Charles
- Josh Little
- Keemo Paul
- Kevin Sinclair
- Kieran Powell
- Kusal Mendis
- Kusal Perera
- Laurie Evans
- Lendl Simmons
- Lewis Gregory
- Lewis McManus
- Liam Dawson
- Liam Norwell
- Luke Wood
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Mahmudullah Riyad
- Marchant De Lange
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Michael Rippon
- Migael Pretorius
- Mushfiqur Rahim
- Najibullah Zadran
- Nkrumah Bonner
- Ollie Pope
- Olly Stone
- Oshane Thomas
- Patum Nissanka
- Paul Walter
- Qais Ahmad
- Rehan Ahmed
- Richard Gleeson
- Rilee Rossouw
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Roston Chase
- Ryan Gibson
- Shai Hope
- Shane Dadswell
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Sikandar Raza
- Tamim Iqbal
- Taskin Ahmed
- Thisara Perera
- Thomas Kaber Phillip
- Wayne Parnell
- Will Jacks
