David Warner to Lead Karachi Kings in PSL 11

Former Australia opener David Warner will captain the Karachi Kings once again in the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, which is scheduled to take place from 26 March to 3 May.

The franchise confirmed the decision on Tuesday through its official social media channels, sharing a poster featuring the left-handed batter while announcing his return as captain for the new season.

In the announcement, the franchise described Warner as their leader and highlighted his return to guide the Kings squad into the upcoming edition of the HBL PSL.

Warner reacquired after PSL auction

Despite delivering a strong performance during PSL 10, Warner was initially released by Karachi Kings.

Ahead of the inaugural players’ auction, the six existing franchises were permitted to retain only four players because of the league’s expansion to eight teams.

However, Karachi Kings brought Warner back at the auction after outbidding Peshawar Zalmi with an offer of Rs79 million.

PSL 11 opener for Karachi Kings

Under Warner’s leadership, Karachi Kings will begin their PSL 11 campaign on 27 March.

Their opening fixture will be played against Quetta Gladiators at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

Karachi Kings previously won the Pakistan Super League title in 2020, and the franchise will be aiming for another strong campaign in the upcoming season.

Karachi Kings squad for PSL 11

Hasan Ali, Abbas Afridi, Khushdil Shah, Saad Baig, Moeen Ali, David Warner (c), Azam Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Shahid Aziz, Mir Hamza, Adam Zampa, Mohammad Hamza Sohail, Aqib Ilyas, Khuzaima Bin Tanveer, Johnson Charles, Muhammad Waseem, Ihsanullah and Rizwanullah.

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