Lahore Qalandars is a Pakistani cricket franchise
The Lahore Qalandars were first formed on 12th December 2015. Their name is a tribute to Lahore’s Sufi culture, and the logo incorporates the iconic Sufi whirling, which has been performed by Sufis for generations. The franchise has a range of sponsors, including the Sydney Thunders, Alkaram, Geo TV, Huawei, and Royal Palm.
The Lahore Qalandars are part of the Pakistan Super League, and their stadium is located in Lahore. The team is owned by the Rana brothers, and is one of the few international teams to be sold to a private owner. While the franchise struggled in its first four seasons, the Lahore Qalandars eventually made the playoffs in the 2020 PSL, and won the league in 2022. Players such as Fakhar Zaman and Shaheen Afridi are part of the franchise and have made the team famous.
The franchise believes in developing talent in the region. In 2016, they launched a development program to identify upcoming youth talent in Pakistan. This initiative involved organizing trials in eight major cities. The shortlisted players were then sent to the Sydney Thunder for training. The top two players would then be offered one-year contracts with the team.
It was founded in 2011
The Lahore Qalandars are a franchise of the Pakistan Super League. Founded in 2011, they are owned by the Rana brothers. The team’s first shirt sponsor was Mobilink. They also have sponsors such as Alkaram, a textile mill in Karachi, and Royal Palm. Their name and logo incorporates the famous Sufi whirling.
The team represents Lahore, the capital of Punjab. They are coached by former Pakistani cricketer Aaqib Javed and are captained by former cricketer Sohail Akhtar. They reached the final of the PSL in 2020, but lost to the Karachi Kings.
In 2017, the Lahore Qalandars retained their last position in the PSL. They finished last in their group stages and were also last in the points table. In the league this season, Lahore Qalandars were led by three players. Fakhar Zaman captained the team in 5 matches and won one, while AB de Villiers led in two games and won one.
Lahore Qalandars have acquired several players in the form of foreign players. Their first-round pick was Fakhar Zaman. They later traded Sohail Tanvir and Aamer Yamin. They also recruited Sunil Narine and Shaun Tait. Both players played for the national team. James Franklin is also a good addition.
It has played in all 5 seasons of the Pakistan Super League
The Lahore Qalandars are one of the most popular teams in Pakistan. Their first season in the league saw them lose their first three matches, and they ended up losing to the Zalmis. However, they are still very popular, and they have a loyal following. Their social media accounts have almost half a million followers, and their association with popular sports personalities has given them a devoted following.
In season 5, the Lahore Qalandars won four matches and lost five. In the playoffs, the four teams that finish in the top four will qualify for the final. After qualifying for the playoffs, the top two teams will play a Qualifier, and the winner will move on to play the team that finished in second place. The loser will face the winner of the Eliminator.
The PSL is the most popular local brand in Pakistan. It has faced several challenges over the years, but has maintained its focus and determination to grow. It has also established itself as one of the top T20 leagues on the international stage. Its seventh season is on its way, and the Pakistan Super League’s future is bright.
It was captained by Mohammad Hafeez
Mohammad Hafeez, who captained the Pakistan national team in all formats, has signed up with the Lahore Qalandars to play in the Pakistan Super League. Although he recently announced his retirement from Test cricket, he will continue to play for franchise cricket in Pakistan and around the world. The former cricketer has played in over 392 international matches and scored over 12,700 runs while taking 253 wickets.
Hafeez will take over as captain of the Lahore Qalandars. He will be the first Pakistani to lead the side. Earlier, Azhar Alias was considered for the position, but he was removed from the team after only three seasons. Then, Fakhar Zaman took over as captain, and the team ended up at the bottom of the table. They won only three out of their ten matches and were eliminated from the tournament.
The Qalandars won the toss and chose to bat. However, chasing totals has been a big problem for them in recent months. They were 25 for three after 4.2 overs. But Hafeez stumbled upon an unlikely savior and struck a knock of 69 off 46 balls.
It has signed New Zealand legend Brendon McCullum
New Zealand legend Brendon McCullum has signed with the Lahore Qalandars. The New Zealander has a wealth of experience and is one of the most sought-after players in T20 cricket. His aggressive style of batting makes him a great choice for any franchise.
McCullum has an impressive record, racking up more than 1,000 test runs in a calendar year. He became the first New Zealander to score a triple century in a Test game. His 185-ball innings against Bangladesh in February 2010 is the highest score by a wicket-keeper in Test cricket. He also made history in T20 international cricket with his watch winning knock of 123 runs against Bangladesh.
McCullum will be joining the Lahore Qalandars as their new captain. He previously played for the Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League. The pair were a formidable combination until McCullum’s shoulder injury ended his season. Other top players in the competition include JP Duminy and Shane Watson. Meanwhile, the Lahore Qalandar aims to make a strong showing in the PSL.
Among his many achievements in Twenty20 cricket, McCullum’s greatest achievements include becoming the first batsman to score two tons in a Twenty20 International game. His 124-run innings against Bangladesh in Pallekele in September 2010 still holds the record for the highest T20 individual score. He was only surpassed by Chris Gayle in the 2013 IPL. In addition to that, McCullum is the second highest T20 run scorer, behind only Chris Gayle.
It has drafted Chris Gayle
The Lahore Qalandars have signed Chris Gayle, who is considered one of the greatest T20 players in the world. The West Indian was picked in the first round of the PSL draft along with Darren Sammy and Dwayne Bravo, who played for the Bangladesh Premier League. Other notable West Indians selected for the PSL include Andre Russell, who will play for Islamabad United. Spinner Samuel Badree will also be playing for the Islamabad United. Quetta Gladiators have also signed Kevin Pieterson, while Peshawar Zalmi have selected South African batsman Darren Sammy.
The player draft for the PSL continues today and a total of 443 players are available. Chris Gayle, Dawid Malan, Rashid Khan, Imran Tahir, and Tymal Mills are all in the platinum category. They will be available to be selected for a limited period of time from January 28 to February 5.
Chris Gayle is the West Indies’ most decorated player ever. He made his debut for the West Indies in 2001 and has been the captain of the team since 2007. He’s a big part of the Lahore Qalandars’ batting line-up and will be a key player for them.
It has signed New Zealand legend Sohail Tanvir
The PCB chairman has expressed his hope that all the PSL matches would be played in Pakistan within the next two to three years. The team has also signed explosive South African batsman A.B. De Villiers, who is expected to play in Pakistan during the fourth PSL edition. The tournament begins February 14 in the UAE, and the last eight matches are scheduled to be played in Pakistan.
The Lahore Qalandars are on a roll and have been able to climb to the second spot in the points table. They have played a superb brand of cricket and have only lost to Multan Sultans. Their batting order is also stacked with strong Pakistani players, and their newest signing Shaheen Afridi is primed to play in a key role.
Earlier, the six franchises announced that they had retrained their players for the Twenty20 league. This move means that Afridi, one of the greatest players in the shortest format of the game, will be available in player draft. Other players retained by the franchises include Babar Azam, Mohammad Amir, and New Zealand opener Colin Munro. Meanwhile, South African all-rounder Colin Ingram was elevated to the Diamond category.
