Hyderabad confirmed the retention of several promising and experienced players across multiple categories:
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Saim Ayub – Platinum category
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Usman Khan – Diamond category
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Maaz Sadaqat – Emerging Player category
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Akif Javed – Gold category
These early selections indicate Hyderabad’s intention to build a balanced squad combining youth and experience.
Direct Signing of Marnus Labuschagne
Earlier, Hyderabad also announced Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne as their direct signing, adding significant international quality to their squad.
However, the franchise has not disclosed salary brackets or financial details for any of the retained or directly signed players.
Official Team Name and Logo to Be Revealed Soon
Hyderabad are expected to unveil their official team name and logo at a special event:
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Date: February 7
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Time: 6:00 PM
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Venue: Niaz Stadium
The announcement will also be shared on Kingsmen Cricket’s social media platforms.
Strong Coaching Staff in Place
For their debut PSL season, Hyderabad have assembled an experienced international coaching unit:
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Jason Gillespie – Head Coach
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Grant Bradburn – Fielding Coach
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Craig White – Assistant Coach
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Hanif Malik – Batting Coach
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Zac Martin – Strength and Conditioning Coach
A Busy Start for PSL’s New Franchise
With retentions confirmed, a star international signing completed, and coaching staff finalized, Hyderabad appear to be one of the most proactive teams heading into the PSL 11 auction.
Fans will now be eager to see how the franchise shapes its squad on auction day.
