ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Peshawar Zalmi has issued a clarification following the withdrawal of Afghan batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz from the league.
The franchise made an official announcement which revealed that they signed Gurbaz after they obtained all necessary No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB).
According to Peshawar Zalmi the team signed Gurbaz because he represented one of the top available players during the time when teams received their official player list. The franchise confirmed that they completed the signing process by following all required approved procedures.
The signing decision for the Afghan batter occurred because of standard professional criteria and cricketing specifications. Peshawar Zalmi confirmed that their action fully met all requirements of PSL regulations and PCB guidelines and league established framework.
The clarification came after reports and discussion surrounding Gurbaz’s withdrawal from the PSL.
Afghan cricketer Rahmanullah Gurbaz withdraws from PSL 11
Meanwhile, Afghanistan’s wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has opted out of the 11th season of the Pakistan Super League, stepping away from the tournament due to personal reasons. He has also shared the reason for this decision with his fans.
Gurbaz shared a video on Instagram in Pashto, stating that he will not be available for the PSL due to personal commitments and that he will be returning to Afghanistan after the World Cup. In the caption of his post, he expressed his gratitude to the fans, writing, Thank you for all the love and support.
For PSL Season 11, Peshawar Zalmi added Rahmanullah Gurbaz to their squad through direct signing prior to the auction. The franchise confirmed Gurbaz’s signing on its official social media accounts on February 5.
The announcement also included a graphical poster that featured Gurbaz wearing a traditional turban against a mountain backdrop; however, the details of the deal were not disclosed.
