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Winners of the first edition, Islamabad United have made significant changes to their dressing room for the third edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL). With Waqar Younis replacing Wasim Akram as Director Cricket, here is a list of players whom the former fast bowling legend and his franchise would be looking towards to deliver the goods.
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Alex Hales
The destructive English opening batsman bats with a strike rate of 136.32. Hence, the United would be looking towards him for a quick start throughout the tournament.
Rumman Raees
Capable of restricting the best in business on placid tracks, Rumaan Raees will lead the pace attack for the United this season. Rumman’s performance in many ways will have a significant effect on the entire dressing room’s morale.
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Andre Russell
Back from a doping ban, Andre Russell is the star T20 performer whom Islamabad United will be hoping to play in as many games as possible. The West Indian has been impressive during the previous two editions and therefore, fans in the country have high hopes of him doing well again.
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Misbah-ul-Haq
This could well be the last time we see former Pakistan captain in action. So, the franchise could really suffer if the veteran decides to remain laid back and adopts a nothing-to-lose approach. On the other hand the franchise could benefit if Misbah aims to end his cricketing career on a high note.
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Either way, only a few months away from his 44th birthday, Misbah’s presence is bound to have a direct impact on the over-all performance of the former PSL champions.
Shahdab Khan
In spin-friendly UAE conditions just in case Shahdab is able to bowl as well he has been during the ongoing season; there is a high probability of him picking more wickets than anyone else in the tournament.
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Shahdab Khan, surely, is the most important player the franchise has and a young star they would want to see shine once again!
