PSL 9: Lahore Qalandars Squad 2024

Lahore Qalandars Final Players List (Category-wise)

This detailed list includes the roles and PSL categories of each player, providing a comprehensive overview of the team’s composition for the 2024 season.

The cricketers include:

Platinum: Shaheen Afridi (skipper), Fakhar Zaman, Rassie van der Dussen
Diamond: Haris Rauf, David Wiese, Sahibzada Farhan
Gold: Sikandar Raza, Abdullah Shafique, Zaman Khan
Silver: Mirza Tahir Baig, Rashid Khan, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Ahsan Hafeez Bhatti, Dan Lawrence
Emerging: Jahandad Khan, Syed Faridoun Mahmood
Supplementary: Shai Hope, Kamran Ghulam, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tayyab Abbas

Lahore Qalandars Batsmen and Bowlers for PSL 9

Batting Order

Here’s the Lahore Qalandars’ batting lineup for PSL 2024, arranged by their batting order:

PLAYER	BATTING STYLE
Dan Lawrence	RHB
Fakhar Zaman	LHB
Sahibzada Farhan	RHB
Bhanuka Rajapaksa	LHB
Abdullah Sahfique	RHB
Rassie van der Dussen	RHB
Sikandar Raza	RHB
David Wiese	RHB
Mirza Tahir Baig	RHB

Bowlers

Following is the list of Lahore Qalandars bowlers for PSL 9 (2024).

Bowler	Style
Shaheen Afridi	Left arm fast
Zaman Khan	Right arm medium fast
Mohammad Imran	Left arm medium fast
Syed Faridoun	Left arm unorthodox
Rashid Khan	Right arm leg break
Jahandad Khan	Left arm medium fast
Tayyab Abbas	Left arm medium fast

Lahore Qalandars Schedule for PSL 9 (2024)

#	Date	Opponent	Venue	Time
1	Sat, Feb 17 '24	Islamabad United	Lahore	7:30 PM
2	Mon, Feb 19 '24	Quetta Gladiators	Lahore	7:30 PM
3	Wed, Feb 21 '24	Multan Sultans	Multan	7:30 PM
4	Sat, Feb 24 '24	Karachi Kings	Lahore	7:30 PM
5	Sun, Feb 25 '24	Peshawar Zalmi	Lahore	7:30 PM
6	Tue, Feb 27 '24	Multan Sultans	Lahore	7:30 PM
7	Sat, Mar 02 '24	Peshawar Zalmi	Rawalpindi	2:00 PM
8	Wed, Mar 06 '24	Islamabad United	Rawalpindi	7:30 PM
9	Sat, Mar 09 '24	Karachi Kings	Karachi	7:30 PM
10	Sun, Mar 10 '24	Quetta Gladiators	Karachi	7:30 PM

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Team History, Details and Identity

The franchise of Lahore Qalandars was launched on December 12, 2015 by Fawad Rana. ‘Q‘ in Qalandars represent the term Qatar and QALCO. Also the term ‘Qalandars’ was added to the franchise name to represent the Sufi culture and prevalent Sufism of Pakistan.

Qatar Lubricants Company purchased the franchise of Lahore Qalandars for an amount of US $25.1 Million for ten years. Qalandars is the second most expensive team in the Pakistan Super League. In order to pick the best talent, the franchise organized a trial series “Jazz Rising Stars” under The Players Development Program. These trials took place in eight cities across Pakistan.

The kit was comprised of red and black colors in 2016 for the first season of PSL. Later on for the second season, the red was replaced with green. This green and black combination is continued till the last season in 2019.

Logo

Lahore Qalandars Logo

The logo depicts the traditional Sufi swaying with three stumps and two bails on right side and a cricket ball at the bottom.

Anthem

The first anthem for the team “Dama Dam Mast” was released in 2016. It was released in two different versions, one by Nabeel Shaukat Ali and other by the singer Asrar. The second anthem, and the official song “Dama Dam Mast Lahore Qalandars” was released by Na Ali in 2017.

Ambassadors

Famous Pakistani Filmstar Shaan is the brand ambassador of the Lahore franchise.

Website:

www.lahoreqalandars.com

Lahore Qalandars Owners and Management Staff

Owner: Fawad Rana (QALCO)
COO & Manager: Sameen Rana
CEO: Atif Rana
Trainer: Moeen Nadeem
Physiotherapist: Brett Harrop
Masseur: Derek Sedgman

Lahore Qalandars Coaching Staff for PSL 2024

The Lahore Qalandars, a team celebrated for its vibrant spirit and competitive edge in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), boasts a coaching staff that combines experience, strategy, and passion.

The 2024 season sees a blend of cricketing minds working behind the scenes to craft a winning formula.

Here’s an insight into the coaching team guiding the Lahore Qalandars.

Head Coach – Aaqib Javed

Aaqib Javed, a name synonymous with Pakistani cricket, continues as the Head Coach. With a rich history both as a former international player and a seasoned coach, Aaqib brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the game. His strategic foresight and ability to nurture young talent have been instrumental in shaping the team’s competitive ethos.

Batting Coach – Mansoor Rana

Mansoor Rana, serving as the Batting Coach, is tasked with honing the skills of the Qalandars’ batsmen. With an illustrious career in domestic cricket and a keen eye for technique, Rana’s guidance is crucial in developing a formidable batting lineup.

His approach focuses on adaptability and resilience, ensuring the batsmen are well-equipped for the challenges of T20 cricket.

Bowling Coach – Waqas Ahmed

The role of the Bowling Coach is adeptly filled by Waqas Ahmed, a former cricketer with a knack for understanding the nuances of bowling in the shortest format of the game.

Waqas’s expertise lies in his ability to work closely with bowlers, refining their skills, and strategizing to exploit the opposition’s weaknesses. His emphasis on variety and control helps build a versatile and lethal bowling attack.

Fielding Coach – Shehzad Butt

Completing the coaching quartet is Shehzad Butt, the Fielding Coach, whose focus is on elevating the team’s fielding standards. In a format where every run saved is crucial, Butt’s role is pivotal. His training sessions are rigorous, aimed at enhancing agility, accuracy, and reaction times, making the Qalandars a formidable fielding unit.

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Lahore Qalandars’ Captains: A Journey of Leadership

The Lahore Qalandars, a team synonymous with the spirit and passion of Lahore, have been led by a diverse group of captains since their inception in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Each captain has brought their unique approach to the game, contributing to the team’s evolving journey. Here’s a closer look at the leaders who have shaped the Lahore Qalandars:

Shaheen Afridi (2022-2024): The young fast bowler has been an inspirational leader, boasting a 70% win rate over 25 matches and leading the team to their first PSL title in 2022, followed by a successful defense in 2023.

Azhar Ali (2016): Initiated the team’s PSL journey, leading with determination and securing 2 victories in 7 matches.

Dwayne Bravo (2016): Although his captaincy spanned only a single match, Bravo’s international experience was a valuable asset.

Brendon McCullum (2017-2018): With his aggressive play and leadership, McCullum guided the team through 18 matches, leaving a lasting impact.

Mohammad Hafeez (2019): Hafeez’s brief captaincy in 2 matches demonstrated his strategic depth, securing a win with his seasoned approach.

AB de Villiers (2019): The global cricket icon led in 3 matches, winning 1, and infused the team with his vast T20 experience.

Fakhar Zaman (2019): Known for his explosive batting, Zaman’s leadership in 5 matches resulted in a win, reflecting his aggressive approach.

Sohail Akhtar (2020-2021): Under Akhtar’s captaincy for 23 matches, the Qalandars experienced significant growth, including reaching their first PSL final in 2020.

David Wiese (2023): Wiese stepped up for a match, showcasing the depth of leadership talent within the team.

The captains of the Lahore Qalandars have not only focused on victories but also on nurturing a team that embodies Lahore’s rich cricketing tradition. Their leadership goes beyond the field, inspiring both players and fans alike, and contributing to the PSL’s growing legacy.

PSL Performance History

Year	Played	Won	Lost	NR	Tied	Summary
2016	8	2	6	0	0	Group Stage
2017	8	3	5	0	0	Group Stage
2018	10	2	6	0	2	Group Stage
2019	10	3	7	0	0	Group Stage
2020	13	7	6	0	0	Runners-up
2021	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Total	49	17	30	0	2	No Titles

Players’ Stats

Batting/Most Runs

Player	Nationality	Tenure	Matches	Innings	Runs	Average	Highest	50
Fakhar Zaman	Pakistan	2017-present	40	40	1064	26.60	94	7
Sohail Akhtar	Pakistan	2018-present	32	30	625	29.76	75	3
Umar Akmal	Pakistan	2016-18	20	20	556	32.70	93	5
Mohammad Hafeez	Pakistan	2019-present	15	14	331	36.77	98	2
Cameron Delport	South Africa	2016-18	14	13	327	27.25	78	3

Data Source: ESPNCricInfo

Bowling/Most Wickets

Player	Nationality	Tenure	To	Matches	Wickets	Average	4w	5w
Shaheen Shah Afridi	Pakistan	2018-present	2016	22	28	22.60	1	1
Yasir Shah	Pakistan	2017-19	present	23	23	25.21	1	0
Sunil Narine	Trinidad and Tobago	2017-18	2018	17	20	20.55	0	0
Haris Rauf	Pakistan	2018-present	2017	14	16	24.28	0	0
David Wiese	Pakistan	2019-present	2018	15	12	30.66	0	0