 for including his name in the local category of the PSL 10 draft.){kind=link}
Ahmed Shehzad has once again made headlines—but not for stepping onto the field. Instead, he’s taken aim at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for including his name in the local category of the PSL 10 draft. The twist? Shehzad retired from the Pakistan Super League in 2023.
He didn’t hold back while sharing his frustrations on his YouTube channel. “PSL 10 is going to happen, and interestingly, it seems like I’m part of it too. Are you happy now with the hype?” he said, clearly annoyed.
Shehzad believes this move by the PCB is nothing but a publicity stunt. He accused the board of using his name to create pre-tournament buzz. “Why don’t you talk about the players you’ve been favoring for the last four or five years?” he questioned, not mincing words.
Read More: PCB Calls 25 Players For Strike-Force Camp
Not Backing Down
The right-handed batter addressed rumors head-on, clarifying he hasn’t had a change of heart about his retirement. “I want to address the misunderstanding among my fans. I am not available for PSL 10, and I haven’t withdrawn my retirement,” he stated firmly.
Ahmed Shehzad also expressed his disappointment with the PCB’s handling of merit in Pakistan cricket. He revealed that his decision to leave the league stemmed from frustration over the prioritization of connections over talent.
“My decision to leave PSL was about principles. Merit has been ignored, and domestic players have been sidelined for years,” he explained.
Read More: Will Saim Ayub Be Ready for the Champions Trophy?
A Misunderstanding or a Deliberate Move?
The 33-year-old emphasized that neither he nor his agent submitted his name for the PSL 10 draft. “The PCB decides which local players to include in the draft, not me. Including my name without consent is purely for cheap publicity,” he added.
Ahmed Shehzad’s words weren’t just directed at clearing the air—they were a direct critique of the PCB’s practices. He labeled them “blind and foolish,” accusing them of using players as tools to market the league.
As Ahmed Shehzad distances himself from PSL 10, the draft is still moving forward. It’s set to take place at Huzuri Bagh in Lahore, with franchises preparing to finalize their squads.
Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.