LAHORE: Hyderabad Kingsmen have bolstered their squad ahead of the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season by signing Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana, the franchise confirmed on Wednesday night. The announcement was made through their official social media platforms, welcoming the experienced bowler to the side.
The 25-year-old brings significant T20 experience, having played 83 internationals for Sri Lanka and taken 82 wickets at an economy rate of 7.08. Overall, he has featured in 225 T20 matches, claiming 230 wickets with an economy of 7.07, including four four-wicket hauls.
Theekshana has also built a strong reputation across global franchise leagues, with appearances in the ILT20, IPL, SA20, CPL and LPL.
The PSL’s 11th edition, scheduled from 26 March to 3 May, will see eight teams competing for the first time, with Hyderabad Kingsmen and Rawalpindiz joining the tournament. A total of 44 matches will be played over 39 days.
Pakistan Cricket Board
The Pakistan Cricket Board has revised earlier plans, limiting matches to Karachi and Lahore, with all fixtures to be held behind closed doors. Initially, cities such as Multan, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad were also considered as venues.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said the changes followed consultations with franchise owners and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Lahore will host the Eliminators and final, while Karachi stages the Qualifier.
Enhanced broadcast features have been promised to improve the viewing experience for fans worldwide.
Updated Hyderabad Kingsmen Squad for PSL 11
Marnus Labuschagne (c), Hassan Khan (vc), Usman Khan, Akif Javed, Maaz Sadaqat, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Ali, Kusal Perera, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Shayan Jahangir, Glenn Maxwell, Hammad Azam, Riley Meredith, Sharjeel Khan, Asif Mehmood, Hunain Shah, Rizwan Mehmood, Saad Ali, Tayyab Arif, Maheesh Theekshana and Ahmed Hussain.
