Muzaffarabad, August 5 2021 - The dynamic left-hander, Shan Masood, will lead the Bagh Stallions in the inaugural season of the Kashmir Premier League, due to start on August 6th. Shan takes charge as the team’s icon player announced before, Shadab Khan, is not able to participate in the League.
Shan made his Test debut for Pakistan back in 2013 against South Africa. His debut innings of 75 runs against the likes of Dale Steyn, Morne Morkel and Vernon Philander, put the world at notice with his diversity and skill in the middle. Since then, he has gone on to play 25 Tests for Pakistan in which he has scored 1378 runs with five centuries and six fifties. He owns the unique record of scoring three consecutive 100+ scores in Tests for Pakistan.
Shan’s strong batting technique and experience make him an ideal prospect in a fast-paced T20 scenario and with a versatile leadership style to match. In his 71 T20s he has scored 1582 runs at the average of 23.61 with the best score of 103* and 8 fifties. He was critical to taking his side to a table topper position as captain in one and in winning the ultimate crown of the very next season of PSL as well.
Regarding this appointment, Chaudhary Hamid Pothi, Co-owner of the Bagh Stallions said, “Shan is one of the most experienced players in our squad. He also has the experience of captaincy in domestic cricket as well as in a professional league setup. We have absolute trust in his ability and in the absence of Shadab, I believe Shan can lead our team to victory. I hope this appointment will uplift his and the team’s morale and he will lift the first ever KPL trophy. I wish him and our Baghis the best of luck!”
“Shan is one of the most experienced players in our squad. He also has the experience of captaincy in domestic cricket as well as in a professional league setup. We have absolute trust in his ability and in the absence of Shadab, I believe Shan can lead our team to victory. I hope this appointment will uplift his and the team’s morale and he will lift the first ever KPL trophy. I wish him and our Baghis the best of luck!”
Tauqir Sultan Awan, Co-owner of the franchise added,
“Shan Masood is the perfect candidate to lead the squad; with his experience, skill, overall ability, mental fortitude and passion for the game combined with exceptional leadership skills, I look forward to the team living the team’s values under him. I congratulate him on his appointment and believe he will be the first-ever captain to win the KPL trophy.”
Shan himself welcomed the decision saying,
“It’s an honour for me that the team management has considered me for this opportunity. Leading the Bagh Stallions in Kashmir Premier League should be a great experience with many local and new players participating and I look forward to the challenge.”