The Islamabad United, a team in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), are one of the most popular franchises in the tournament. Here’s an overview of their current structure for the 2024 season:
Islamabad United: Complete Team Overview (PSL 2024)
Captain: Shadab Khan continues as the captain, bringing leadership and all-round capabilities to the team.
Head Coach: Mike Hesson, supported by Ashley Wright (batting coach), James Franklin (bowling coach), and Hanif Malik (performance coach).
Titles: Islamabad United is the most successful franchise in PSL history, winning two titles (2016, 2018).
2024 Squad Breakdown:
- Key Players:
- Local Stars: Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Imad Wasim, Azam Khan.
- Overseas Players: Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Jordan Cox, Tymal Mills, Tom Curran, Matthew Forde.
- Emerging Players: Hunain Shah, Ubaid Shah (younger brothers of Naseem Shah), Shamyl Hussain.
- Notable Strengths:
- Explosive batting lineup featuring Alex Hales, Colin Munro, and Jordan Cox.
- Balanced bowling attack with pace options like Naseem Shah, Tymal Mills, and spin options led by Shadab Khan.
- Potential Weaknesses:
- Dependence on key players like Naseem Shah and Alex Hales.
- Concerns over Shadab Khan’s recent form and injury risks in the bowling lineup.
Category Picks:
- Platinum: Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Jordan Cox.
- Diamond: Imad Wasim, Azam Khan, Tymal Mills.
- Gold: Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Faheem Ashraf.
- Silver and Emerging: A mix of experienced players and fresh talent.
Islamabad United is considered a strong contender in the PSL 2024 season due to its dynamic roster and strategic drafting choices. For more details, AUUA Sports.
