Since the start of T20 cricket Pakistani cricketers have performed outstandingly well in this format of the game and this is the reason they have been part of major T20 leagues. Presence of Pakistan players in Big Bash League have increased over the past few seasons.
List of Pakistani Players in Big Bash League 2023
In Big Bash Season 13 four Pakistan players have been picked by two franchises in BBL squads. Not many others Pakistan stars will be featuring in their series against Australia at same time at which Big Bash Fixtures are schedules.
S.# | Player | BBL Franchise |
1 | Haris Rauf | Melbourne Stars |
2 | Usama Mir | Melbourne Stars |
3 | Zaman Khan | Sydney Thunder |
4 | Imad Wasim | Melbourne Stars |
Pakistan Players in Melbourne Stars
Melbourne Stars picked the most number of Pakistani Players in the BBL 2023. Haris Rauf, Usama Mir and Imad Wasim are part of Melbourne Stars this year. Imad Wasim bowled decent spells in the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2023 and also batted really well. He will be of great use to the franchise.
Haris Rauf had few good outings in the National T20 Cup of Pakistan after a horrible World Cup stint. Usama Mir also has a similar story like Rauf. Both Usama and Haris Rauf are partially available for 5 games each and the Melbourne Stars would hope that they can significant impact in this time. Haris Rauf has been an integral part of Melbourne Stars for a long time now. He has played for them in the past as well and has plenty of experience of playing in Australia.
Sydney Thunder Pakistan Players
The Slingy death bowling expert of Pakistan, Zaman Khan will feature in a few games for Sydney Thunder this year. Zaman bowled in the National T20 Cup 2023 recently and currently, he is one of the most sought after players in T20 Cricket. In a short span, Zaman Khan has featured in the GT20 Canada, The Hundred, and also the LPL. With every passing day, his performances improve and his demand increases.