PSL 10: Platinum Players for the 2025 Draft Revealed
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially revealed the first set of Platinum category players for the 2025 season, sparking a wave of excitement among cricket fans and franchises alike. With the season 10 draft scheduled for January 13, this announcement sets the stage for an intense battle as teams look to secure some of the top-tier talent available.
Who Made the First Platinum List?
The initial Platinum category list boasts a mix of international cricketing stars, with Australian players leading the way. This ensures that PSL 10 will continue to be a premier platform for world-class cricket talent. Some of the biggest names in T20 cricket are part of this prestigious list, including explosive Australian players like David Warner, Chris Lynn, and Matthew Short, all of whom have made waves in global T20 leagues.
In addition to these veterans, the list also highlights emerging talent, with young players like Cooper Connolly earning their place among the elite after standout performances in this cricketing season.
PSL 10 Draft: Initial Platinum Category Players
Here’s a breakdown of the first batch of Platinum category players revealed for the PSL 10 Draft:
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman – Afghanistan
- Naveen-ul-Haq Murid – Afghanistan
- Ashton Agar – Australia
- Chris Lynn – Australia
- Cooper Connolly – Australia
- Daniel Sams – Australia
- David Warner – Australia
- Jason Behrendorff – Australia
- Mark Steketee – Australia
- Matthew Short – Australia
- Moises Henriques – Australia
- Riley Meredith – Australia
New Additions: More Superstars Join the Platinum List
Following the first reveal, the PSL management unveiled the names of 12 more superstars who will feature in the Platinum category. Big names like Sean Abbott, Jason Roy, Mustafizur Rahman, and Usman Khawaja have now entered the fray, further strengthening the competition for the coveted spots in PSL 10 teams.
The new additions include:
- Sean Abbott – Australia
- Usman Khawaja – Australia
- William Sutherland – Australia
- Mustafizur Rahman – Bangladesh
- Shakib Al Hasan – Bangladesh
- Alex Hales – England
- Jason Roy – England
- Joe Clarke – England
- Laurie Evans – England
- Sam Billings – England
- Tom Curran – England
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore – England
Part 3: Big Names from New Zealand and South Africa
The third reveal includes major names from New Zealand and South Africa. These cricketing giants bring added excitement as PSL 10 approaches. Key players like Daryl Mitchell, Tim Southee, Mark Chapman, and Reeza Hendricks will be vying for spots in the PSL franchises.
The third batch of Platinum category players includes:
- Tymal Mills – England
- Adam Milne – New Zealand
- Daryl Mitchell – New Zealand
- Finn Allen – New Zealand
- Jimmy Neesham – New Zealand
- Mark Chapman – New Zealand
- Michael Bracewell – New Zealand
- Tim Southee – New Zealand
- Imran Tahir – South Africa
- Reeza Hendricks – South Africa
- Rassie van der Dussen – South Africa
- Tabraiz Shamsi – South Africa
Franchises Gear Up for the January 13 Draft
With the first few Platinum category players revealed, all eyes are now on the PSL 10 Draft scheduled for January 13. Franchises will be looking to build well-balanced squads that can challenge for the prestigious PSL title. The draft promises to be a tactical showdown as teams strategize to secure marquee players while managing their budgets effectively.
Stay tuned for more updates as the PSL 2025 draft unfolds, promising yet another exciting chapter in Pakistan’s premier cricketing spectacle.
