Setback For Shadab Khan's Islamabad; Aussie Star Withdraws From PSL 2025

Alex Carey opts out of the PSL 2025 [Source: @Smithian_here/X.com]

Australia wicketkeeper and batter, Alex Carey, has decided not to take part in the 10th season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). His team, Islamabad United, confirmed the news just before their first match against Lahore Qalandars in Rawalpindi.

Alex Carey Opts Out of Pakistan Super League 2025

Alex Carey was chosen by Islamabad United as a replacement for South African player Rassie van der Dussen for part of the tournament. However, Carey won’t be able to join the team because he has to play in Australia’s domestic cricket matches at the same time, as quoted by Express Tribune.

With Carey pulling out, Islamabad United is now hoping that Rassie van der Dussen can return soon and take his place.

Before Carey, another big player, former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson, was also reported to miss the start of the PSL. He was picked by Karachi Kings after not getting selected in the IPL 2025 mega-auction.

Islamabad United will begin their PSL 2025 journey today, facing Lahore Qalandars at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Islamabad United’s Squad For PSL 10:

Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Matthew Short, Azam Khan, Imad Wasim, Jason Holder, Haider Ali, Salman Ali Agha, Ben Dwarshuis, Colin Munro, Rumman Raees, Andries Gous, Mohammad Nawaz, Salman Irshad, Hunain Shah, Saad Masood, Rassie van der Dussen, Riley Meredith, and Sam Billings.

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