PSL Circus: Players Draft Takes Place With Faulty Mic, Presenter Puffing Cigarette & Total Darkness; Video

The Pakistan Super League 2025 draft became the talk of the town due to its poor mismanagement. in the viral video on social media, it can be seen that the scene is no less than a circus. The presenter presenting this draft is blowing smoke in front of the camera.

That was not the only embarrassment that took place during the draft. Former Pakistan cricketer Zaheer Abbas who was the chief guest of this draft took the name of IPL instead of Pakistan Super League in the ceremony. Azam Khan's name had picture of Zimababwe player Sikandar Raza

In another incident, The drafting event, hosted by former English pacer Dominic Cork, saw Pakistan’s premier fast bowler and Lahore Qalandars’ captain Shaheen Afridi face an awkward moment. Afridi was invited to announce the franchise's first pick, but a malfunctioning microphone disrupted his announcement.

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About PSL Draft

The PCB announced important changes to the player hierarchy for the upcoming PSL draft. The season will begin on April 10 and run until May 25, with the adjustment made due to Pakistan hosting the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Teams have made strategic decisions, with Islamabad United, Quetta Gladiators, and Lahore Qalandars retaining eight players each, while Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, and Karachi Kings kept seven.

The PSL's 10th season will overlap with the IPL, but this could ultimately benefit the league, as many overseas players who went unsold in the IPL auction have registered for the PSL draft.