As per sources PSL 9 draft Multan Sultans trade Rilee Rossouw to snap Iftikhar Ahmed from Quetta Gladiators.Under the trade, Multan Sultans also get first pick in platinum round and first Silver category from Quetta Gladiators
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In a surprising turn of events ahead of the highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9, the Quetta Gladiators have made a strategic move by trading Iftikhar Ahmed for Rilee Rossouw from the Multan Sultans.
The official statement from the Sultans confirmed the trade and disclosed additional benefits, stating that they secured the first pick in the platinum round and the first Silver category pick as part of the deal.
Excitement resonated from both sides of the trade, with Iftikhar expressing his enthusiasm for joining the Multan Sultans and acknowledging the passionate fanbase. He embraced the moniker ” #IftiMania,” expressing his delight in becoming a Sultan and aiming to contribute to the team’s pursuit of the coveted PSL trophy.
Acknowledging Multan Sultans’ recent success, Iftikhar outlined his ambition to further strengthen the team. Multan skipper Mohammad Rizwan welcomed Iftikhar, emphasizing his outstanding all-round skills and positive impact on team dynamics.
Meanwhile, Rilee Rossouw returns to the Quetta Gladiators, the franchise where he made his PSL debut. This move adds an intriguing dynamic to the upcoming season.
This marks the second confirmed trade in the PSL, following the exchange of Imad Wasim from Karachi Kings to Islamabad United for Hassan Ali a day earlier. Wasim, a key figure in Karachi Kings’ previous title victory, joins Islamabad United under the Platinum category, while Hassan Ali, who represented Islamabad in the last season, will play for Karachi Kings under the Diamond category.
As the PSL draft approaches on December 13, these trades set the stage for an exciting season, with teams strategically strengthening their squads to compete for the championship.