Kane Williamson registers for HBL PSL Draft among 44 overseas Platinum players

Top Overseas Players in the HBL PSL 2025 Player Draft

The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 Player Draft is set to take place on 13 January at the picturesque Huzoori Bagh in Lahore Fort. This event, marked by the hashtag #DECADEOFHBLPSL, is gearing up to celebrate the 10th anniversary of PSL with a spectacular pool of overseas talent. Here’s a ranked breakdown of the 44 Platinum Category players representing eight countries.

1. New Zealand’s Powerhouse Players

New Zealand brings an exciting lineup with 8 Platinum players, led by:

Kane Williamson: The second-leading T20I run scorer for New Zealand.

Tim Southee: The leading T20I wicket-taker.

Other notable players:

Adam Milne

Daryl Mitchell

Finn Allen

Jimmy Neesham

Mark Chapman

Michael Bracewell

2. Australia’s Strongest Contingent

Australia dominates the pool with 13 players, including T20 World Cup 2021 winners:

David Warner

Ashton Agar

Daniel Sams

Returning stars:

Usman Khawaja, who previously represented Islamabad United in 2021.

3. England’s Premier Picks

England’s Platinum category includes 8 players, highlighted by:

Sam Billings: HBL PSL 8 winner.

Tymal Mills: HBL PSL 9 winner.

4. South Africa’s Elite Players

South Africa presents 4 players who are strong contenders:

Imran Tahir

Rassie van der Dussen

Reeza Hendricks

Tabraiz Shamsi

5. West Indies’ All-Round Talent

The West Indies contingent includes 6 players, headlined by:

Jason Holder: A seasoned all-rounder who will be a hot pick.

6. Afghanistan’s Dynamic Duo

Afghanistan offers two stars:

Mujeeb-ur-Rehman

Naveen-ul-Haq

7. Bangladesh’s Seasoned Veterans

Bangladesh contributes two experienced players:

Shakib Al Hasan

Mustafizur Rahman

8. Sri Lanka’s Rising Stars

Sri Lanka features two T20I stars:

Charith Asalanka: The current T20I captain.

Kusal Mendis

CEO PSL’s Statement

Salman Naseer, the Chief Executive Officer of PSL, expressed his excitement:

“We are thrilled to announce a 44-strong and exciting contingent of overseas Platinum picks for the HBL PSL 2025 Player Draft. Combined with the Pakistan stars, we have an incredible pool of talent. The 13th of January will be a momentous day as we finalize squads for the six franchises."

Stay tuned for the draft results as franchises battle it out to form their winning teams for this milestone season of the HBL PSL.