Since its inception in 2016, the HBL Pakistan Super League has proved to be a brilliant platform for cricketers from around the world to ply their trade.
The foreign contingent of cricketers in successive HBL PSL seasons have made no secret of their admiration for the young local talent and, since the league’s homecoming in 2020, they have thoroughly enjoyed the Pakistani culture.
The upcoming HBL PSL 7, which will kick off at the National Stadium on Thursday, will serve as another avenue for cricketers from around the world to explore Pakistani cuisine, music, and other cultural aspects with the first 14 matches in Karachi and the last 19 games in Lahore.
According to Johnson Charles, he is very excited to be touring Pakistan. “It will be my second time in Pakistan and I am looking forward to sampling the cuisine and seeing the culture,” he said.
“I am extremely excited to be afforded another opportunity to represent Multan Sultans and looking forward to doing great things for them. It is a great feeling to be joining my teammates and I am looking forward to beating some of them in Fifa,” he added.
Alex Hales said, “The HBL PSL is a really high-quality league. The quality of local players, especially bowlers, is really high and it makes the league extremely competitive. In this league, you do not know which four teams will qualify until the very last day and that makes it even more exciting.”
He went on to say, “I am looking forward to joining Islamabad United again in this HBL PSL. I played my first HBL PSL match in Pakistan for Islamabad United back in HBL PSL 4. Conditions in Pakistan are really good, and I enjoy the ball coming onto the bat. These are very different conditions to other Asian venues.”
Rilee Rossouw shared, “I have great memories of playing in the HBL PSL. Every year, I have had great teammates, and hopefully this time will not be different. It is one of the highly competitive tournaments and it is very close to my heart.”
He continued, “It is special to get the opportunity to defend the title and to be in the same dressing room. It is a challenge I am looking forward to and I am really looking forward to this season. We have got a fantastic bunch of cricketers, led by a very good leader.”
Chris Jordan said, “The HBL Pakistan Super League is one of the most competitive leagues around and it is always a pleasure being involved. I am excited to be back with Karachi Kings. It is a great bunch and the last time we were together, we won it all. I am looking forward to another great showing and being able to do my part in getting back to the top.”
Colin Munro added, “I am looking forward to another season in Pakistan. HBL PSL in Pakistan is special. The fans are some of the most passionate and knowledgeable in cricket. I always enjoy playing in Pakistan conditions, the pitches are good, the atmosphere is amazing and above all the hospitality is unmatched.”
Lewis Gregory said, “I have liked being a part of the HBL PSL in the past. You see some real talent being showcased. I am looking forward to being part of the Karachi Kings family now, getting to know the crew, and going deep into the season and making memories.”
