Shoaib Malik announced as Multan Sultans captain for PSL 3

[Abdullah719]

STAR ALL-ROUNDER SHOAIB MALIK TO LEAD MULTAN SULTANS IN THE THIRD EDITION OF PSL

Richly Experienced Nadeem Khan appointed as team manager, former opener Mohammad Wasim to take charge as batting coach, while former Proteas skipper Johan Botha joins as assistant coach

Lahore, November 12, 2017: Multan Sultans – the sixth franchise of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) today announced Shoaib Malik, the star all-rounder as their captain, along with former Pakistan test cricketer Nadeem Khan as the team manager.

Right-handed opening specialist batsmen Mohammad Wasim has been appointed to take charge as the team’s batting mentor with former Proteas skipper Johan Botha joining the team as assistant coach, and to ensure supreme healthcare for the players, former Indian cricket team’s physiotherapist Andrew Leipus, who is currently also serving as Kolkata Knight Riders physiotherapist in the Indian Premier Leagues (IPL) also joins the star-studded coaching panel as physiotherapist for Multan Sultans during the third edition of PSL.

Commenting on the appointment of Shoaib Malik as the skipper, Wasim Akram, Director Cricket, Multan Sultans said, “Shoaib has been in the form of his life, and the rich experience that he possesses after featuring in almost every global T20 league, makes him the best choice to lead the unit.”

“His all-round contribution will significantly benefit every single player in the team, and I am very excited to see him perform in the next PSL season,” he added.

Former right-handed stylish opening batsmen, Mohammad Wasim who will take the charge as batting mentor for Multan Sultans, has been in the news for his noticeable contribution to the local cricket talent, courtesy of his own cricket academy, namely the Mohammad Wasim Cricket Academy (MWCA), where he has been resolute in nurturing the young talent which the country possesses.

The induction of Proteas expertise in form of former South African skipper is noticeable, as Johan Botha also has had a taste of the PSL with his previous stint with Islamabad United in the second edition of Pakistan Super League.

While the addition of former test cricket Nadeem Khan as the team manager will aim to add the uniformity to the team, as he is known for the cool and calm style he carries.

The franchise also adds Yasir Malik as the team’s strength and conditioning coach, who has been serving in the same capacity for the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

“The addition of Mohammad Wasim and Johan Botha to the coaching staff under the tutelage of our Head Coach Tom Moody reflects the strength of our coaching pool, while Nadeem Khan’s expertise within the capacity of the team’s manager is welcoming”, said Asher Schon, President, Multan Sultans.

“We are thrilled to have Shoaib in our franchise, looking forward to him leading the unit courtesy his aggressive style of game play, and he definitely will have a huge impact for Multan Sultans this season both with bat & ball, and his magical fielding skills.” he concluded.

The announcement comes in just at the time when players drafting for the third edition of PSL is around the corner, and preparations are in full swing to welcome Multan Sultans as the sixth team to feature into the glamorous league.

[SarfiBabarHaris]

Expecting to see some youngsters in the team now.

[Arham_PakFan]

As expected.

[Hasan123]

Hopefully we get to see some new young players under him. Good appointment, should appoint a young player as VC.

[Abdullah719]

So far, picks are Tahir, Darren Bravo and Shezzy.

[Sports_Psychologist]

Shoaib Malik, Kieron Pollard, Imran Tahir, Kumar Sangakkara, Sohail Tanvir, Darren Bravo, Junaid Khan, Mohammad Irfan, Ahmed Shehzad, Kashif Bhatti, Irfan Khan, Sohaib Maqsood

Line Up so far,
1 Ahmed Shehzad
2 Darren Bravo
3 SangaKarra
4 Malik
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8 Sohail Tanveer
9 Junaid Khan
10 Imran Tahir
11 Mohammed Irfan

[GoUgandaCranes]

Him resigning from captaincy mid tournament handing it over to Sanga won't be a surprise. And then Sanga dropping himself for a couple of games and letting Pollard captain also won't be unexpected.

[ask_analyse_act]

Him resigning from captaincy mid tournament handing it over to Sanga won't be a surprise. And then Sanga dropping himself for a couple of games and letting Pollard captain also won't be unexpected.

i dont think Moody will accept that..if it happens he would probably give the captaincy to the one who wants it badly and can up his game if given...

[Amjid Javed]

Has done well as captain before in domestic tourneys, so am sure he will do a good job for Multan in PSL.

[KyoOne]

Has done well as captain before in domestic tourneys, so am sure he will do a good job for Multan in PSL.

Sialkot had some serious talent back then.

Was poor as Pakistan captain, as well as KK captain in season 1