PSL will be a game-changer for Pakistan players: Mahmood

Veteran Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has affirmed his enthusiasm for being a piece of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), terming the competition an energizing prospect with any semblance of Chris Gayle and Kevin Pietersen in it. 

Azhar, in a segment for Pakpassion.net, uncovered that he has sent his name for the draft and wants to be grabbed by any of the establishments.

Azhar has been playing province cricket in England since he last highlighted for Pakistan in the 2007 World Cup in West Indies.

"I am truly anticipating taking part in the PSL. I have sent my name for the draft and will ideally be picked to play for one of the groups," said the 40-year-old allrounder.

The PSL commences from February 4, one year from now and will proceed for 20 days.

Players like Gayle and Pietersen have effectively affirmed their cooperation in the PSL and Azhar has communicated his fervor about the alliance's prospects.

"The competition guarantees to be an energizing one with various top global players like Chris Gayle taking an interest in it," he said.

Mahmood, who as of now plays local one-day cricket for English countySurrey, said that it would have been exceptional if the inaugural season of the PSL had been held in Pakistan however supported the group to be effective paying little respect to the venue.

"In a perfect world, and I have said this some time recently, I would have preferred this to have occurred in Pakistan."

"It would have been more pleasant to have this being played before our youths on home grounds as they can take in a considerable measure from watching stars on the field," said Azhar from the observer's perspective.

"Holding it in the UAE likewise has extraordinary advantages for Pakistan players who will have the capacity to pick up experience by playing nearby the top names in cricket," said Azhar who has spoken to Pakistan in 21 Tests and 143 ODIs.