Pakistan’s Naseem Shah picks an overseas pacer who will ‘light up’ the PSL 2025

Feb 4, 2025

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Pakistan’s Naseem Shah picks an overseas pacer who will ‘light up’ the PSL 2025

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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is gearing up for its tenth season, an event anticipated to be one of the most thrilling yet amidst a new scheduling landscape. The action will unfold across four major cities in Pakistan: Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi. Each team is expected to play at least five home matches, bringing the excitement directly to their fan bases.

Clash with IPL amid Champions Trophy schedule

This season marks a significant shift from the traditional February-March window due to the ICC Champions Trophy taking place in Pakistan during that time. Consequently, PSL 2025 will run parallel to the Indian Premier League (IPL), creating a unique challenge for player availability and viewership.

Naseem Shah names an overseas fast bowler to shine in the tournament

Amidst the buzz surrounding PSL 2025, Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah has named Australian fast bowler Riley Meredith as a player to watch out for in the tournament. Naseem, who will be playing for Islamabad United, expressed his excitement about Meredith’s inclusion in the squad.

“I’m really excited to see two players in particular joining Islamabad United this season: Riley Meredith and Matthew Short. Riley’s pace and bounce are something special, and I think he’s going to light up the league. Pakistani fans are passionate about fast bowling, and we love express pace – Rey fits that perfectly,” Naseem said as quoted by Cricket Pakistan.

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Game changer for the league

Notably, Meredith is known for his raw pace and aggressive bowling. Having played in various T20 leagues, including the Big Bash League (BBL) and IPL, Meredith has built a reputation for his ability to generate steep bounce and clock speeds in excess of 145 km/h.

With PSL traditionally being a tournament that favors fast bowlers, Meredith’s inclusion in Islamabad United could be a game-changer. His ability to trouble batters with sheer pace makes him a player to keep an eye on, especially on Pakistan’s fast and bouncy tracks.