Just before the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Peshawar Zalmi has strengthened their pace attack by drafting right-arm speedster Ihsanullah as a supplementary pick. The fiery fast bowler joins the franchise as they gear up for another title push in the tournament starting tonight.
Ihsanullah, one of Pakistan’s most exciting emerging talents in recent years, made waves during PSL 2023 while playing for Multan Sultans. He finished as the season’s second-highest wicket-taker with 22 scalps, consistently clocking speeds upwards of 150 km/h. However, his PSL future became uncertain after being released by the Sultans this offseason and initially going unpicked in the draft.
While recent injury concerns made franchises hesitant, Zalmi have thrown the young pacer a lifeline to prove himself again. He was recently spotted in Zalmi’s training camp, fueling speculation about this move.
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Known for his raw pace, skiddy bounce, and ability to strike in middle overs, Ihsanullah adds a thrilling dimension to Zalmi’s attack. The franchise – traditionally recognized for batting firepower – now gains an exciting pace option to balance their squad. He joins an already potent quick-bowling unit featuring Naseem Shah, Aamer Jamal, and Luke Wood, but brings unique aggression tailored for Pakistan’s batting-friendly pitches where extra speed becomes a genuine weapon.
Under Babar Azam’s leadership with young batting stars like Saim Ayub and Mohammad Haris, Zalmi are crafting a squad blending youth with experience. Ihsanullah’s inclusion could prove strategic, especially in the tournament’s latter stages when pitches wear down and genuine pace becomes invaluable.
As PSL 10 kicks off, all eyes will be on whether Ihsanullah can recapture the form that made him one of the league’s breakout stars two seasons ago. For Zalmi fans, his arrival injects both excitement and genuine fast-bowling firepower into their campaign.
