Bangladesh’s left-arm fast bowler Shoriful Islam has been drafted to play for Peshawar Zalmi in the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). He joins fellow Bangladeshi pacer Nahid Rana, who had previously signed with the same franchise.
The team confirmed Shoriful’s direct signing on Monday through social media, posting: “Yellow Storm has become even stronger with your arrival! Bangladesh’s express left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam is ready to make waves in the PSL wearing the yellow jersey.”
At 24, Shoriful is a regular member of Bangladesh’s national squad across all three formats. He recently showcased exceptional form in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) playing for Chattogram Royals. Concluding the January BPL, he emerged as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, claiming 26 wickets at an economy rate of 5.84, setting a record for the most wickets in a single BPL season.
Despite this impressive performance, Shoriful was not included in the first PSL auction last month. However, he later secured a place in Peshawar Zalmi through a direct contract.
Several Bangladeshi players were picked in the PSL auction, while some joined franchises via direct contracts. The table below summarises the players, their teams, and contract details:
| Player Name | PSL Team | Contract Type | Contract Value (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoriful Islam | Peshawar Zalmi | Direct Contract | Not disclosed |
| Nahid Rana | Peshawar Zalmi | Auction → Direct | 6,000,000 |
| Parvez Hossain Emon | Peshawar Zalmi | Auction → Direct | 6,000,000 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Lahore Qalandars | Direct Contract | 64,400,000 |
| Rishad Hossain | Rawalpindi Pindi Franchise | Auction | Not disclosed |
Nahid Rana and Parvez Hossain Emon will also represent Peshawar Zalmi, while Mustafizur Rahman has joined Lahore Qalandars through a high-value direct contract. Rishad Hossain will play for the newly established Rawalpindi Pindi franchise.
Cricket analysts believe Shoriful’s inclusion will strengthen Peshawar Zalmi’s bowling attack considerably. His pace, accuracy, and recent form in the BPL make him a key asset for the team, and his PSL debut is expected to enhance his experience in high-pressure T20 competitions.
With this addition, Peshawar Zalmi not only gains a top-quality pacer but also boosts its prospects for the season ahead. The upcoming PSL season will be closely watched to see how Shoriful adapts to the league and whether he can replicate his BPL success on the PSL stage.
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