Former South African skipper Faf du Plessis has announced bidding farewell to the Indian Premier League (IPL) to take up the new challenge of playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) upcoming season.
“It’s a big decision, and one that comes with a lot of gratitude when I look back,” he stated in a post shared on micro-blogging platform X (former Twitter).
“This year, I’ve chosen to take on a new challenge and will be playing in the upcoming PSL season. It’s an exciting step for me — a chance to experience something new, to grow as a player, and to embrace a league filled with incredible talent and energy,” he stated while expressing gratitude to former teammates, coaches, and support staff during his 14-year-long stay with the IPL.
The legendary batter stated that he was looking forward to the Pakistani hospitality and the challenges that come with playing in the PSL.
The PSL is set for expansion in the upcoming season, with the addition of two new franchises. Five out of the existing franchises have renewed their agreements, while Ali Tareen has opted not to acquire the ownership of Multan Sultans.
Shortlisted cities under consideration for franchise allocation on January 6 include Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Sialkot, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit.
