KARACHI: England batter James Vince is set to join Peshawar Zalmi for the remainder of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, franchise owner Javed Afridi announced on Sunday.
Afridi confirmed the development in a post on X, saying: “Big welcome to James Vince as he joins the Zalmi squad tomorrow!”
Big welcome to James Vince as he joins the Zalmi squad tomorrow! 🔥💛
— Javed Afridi (@JAfridi10) April 12, 2026
Vince’s arrival is expected to strengthen Peshawar Zalmi, who currently lead the PSL 11 standings with nine points from five matches.
The 2017 champions are scheduled to face second-placed Multan Sultans in their next fixture at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Monday.
The 35-year-old right-hander was picked by Zalmi in the PSL 11 player auction in February for Rs30 million.
However, he missed the team’s opening five matches, raising uncertainty over his availability earlier in the tournament.
Vince is among the most experienced overseas players in the PSL, having featured in eight editions of the league.
He has represented multiple franchises, including Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators and Multan Sultans, and remains one of the competition’s leading run-scorers.
Across 56 innings, Vince has accumulated 1,544 runs at an average of 29.69 and a strike rate of 139.35, including one century and seven half-centuries.
Peshawar Zalmi, led by captain Babar Azam, have enjoyed a strong campaign so far and will look to maintain their momentum as the tournament enters a crucial phase.
