The countdown is on for one of cricket’s most thrilling leagues – PSL 9 2024 kicks off on February 13th, 2024. Originating on September 9th in Lahore, the PSL Cricket League began with five teams. The overwhelming fan support prompted organizers to expand the league by adding a sixth team. Let’s take a peek at the lineup for PSL 9 2024 Teams in the upcoming season.
PSL Teams History
When the league began, 20 parties worldwide showed interest in buying the PSL franchise for its inaugural season. The 5 teams in PSL 2016 were sold for a total of $93 million.
PSL 9 2024 and Captains List
Here is the complete list of PSL 9 2024 Teams:
- Islamabad United
- Karachi Kings
- Lahore Qalandars
- Peshawar Zalmi
- Multan Sultans
- Quetta Gladiators
Islamabad United
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Captain | Shadab Khan |
| Owner | Ali Naqvi, Amna Naqvi |
| Coach | Azhar Mahmood |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Home Ground | Islamabad |
Islamabad United, aka IU, boasts two PSL titles (2016, 2018). Owned by Leonine Global under Ali and Amna Naqvi, they clinched the inaugural season despite a slow start, triumphing over Quetta Gladiators. Their second win came in 2018 by defeating Peshawar Zalmi, making them the most successful team in PSL.
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Karachi Kings
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Captain | Imad Wasim |
| Owner | Salman Iqbal (ARY Group) |
| Coach | Johan Botha |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Home Ground | Karachi |
Karachi Kings, KK, secured their first PSL title in 2020 by outplaying rivals Lahore Qalandars. With Johan Botha as head coach, Imad Wasim as captain, and legends like Wasim Akram involved, Karachi Kings boast a formidable lineup. Mohammad Amir holds the record for most wickets, while Babar Azam dominates as the leading run-scorer.
Lahore Qalandars
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Captain | Shaheen Afridi |
| Owner | Fawad Rana |
| Coach | Aaqib Javed |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Home Ground | Lahore |
Often the subject of jokes, Lahore Qalandars turned the tables in the PSL 2022 season, clinching their maiden title. Under Fawad Rana’s ownership and Shaheen Shah Afridi’s leadership, they’ve made a remarkable turnaround. Fakhar Zaman leads the run charts, and Shaheen Afridi stands tall as their top wicket-taker.
Read More: Islamabad United Squad PSL 9 2024
Peshawar Zalmi
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Captain | Babar Azam |
| Owner | Javed Afridi |
| Coach | Daren Sammy |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Home Ground | Arbab Niaz Stadium |
Peshawar Zalmi, a thrilling team in PSL, reached four finals, securing their only title in 2017. Led by Daren Sammy and with stalwarts like Mohammad Akram, Saqlain Mushtaq, and Younis Khan in coaching roles, they boast a strong lineup. Wahab Riaz tops the wickets, while Kamran Akmal dominates the runs tally.
Multan Sultans
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Captain | Muhammad Rizwan |
| Owner | Alamgir Khan/ Ali Tareen |
| Coach | Andy Flower |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Home Ground | Multan |
The priciest team in PSL 9 2024, Multan Sultans entered as the 6th team in the 4th season and grabbed their first title in the 2021 season. Under Muhammad Rizwan’s captaincy and with ownership shared by Alamgir Khan and Ali Tareen, they’re set for their fifth PSL season, led by coach Andy Flower.
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Quetta Gladiators
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Captain | Sarfraz Ahmed |
| Owner | Nadeem Omar |
| Coach | Moin Khan |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Home Ground | Quetta |
Quetta Gladiators, three-time finalists, clinched their first title in 2019. With Sarfraz Ahmed at the helm, Moin Khan as head coach, and legends like Sir Viv Richards in mentoring roles, their consistent performance is a highlight. Sarfraz Ahmed leads the runs, while Mohammad Nawaz tops the wicket charts for the Gladiators in PSL.
