PSL 11 Latest Updates: Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings Announce Captains, Pindi Franchise Launches Kit Design Contest
As the excitement for Pakistan Super League Season 11 (PSL 11) continues to grow, several important updates have emerged regarding team leadership and preparations for the upcoming tournament. With the league approaching quickly, franchises are finalizing their squads, leadership roles, and branding strategies.
According to the latest reports shared on pak-t20.com, two PSL teams have officially announced their captains for the upcoming season, while another franchise has introduced a unique initiative related to their team kit.
Multan Sultans Appoint Ashton Turner as Captain for PSL 11
One of the biggest announcements ahead of PSL 11 comes from Multan Sultans, who have officially named Ashton Turner as their captain for the upcoming season.
The Australian all-rounder has been given the leadership role by the franchise’s new management. Although the coaching staff remains largely unchanged, the new ownership evaluated the squad and decided to appoint Turner as the team’s captain.
Ashton Turner has considerable leadership experience in T20 cricket. He has previously led teams in the Big Bash League (BBL) and has been part of several successful campaigns in Australian domestic cricket.
However, it will be interesting to see how he performs in the Pakistan Super League. Turner played a few matches for Multan Sultans last season but was unable to deliver strong performances with the bat. With the added responsibility of captaincy, expectations will be higher from the Australian player in PSL 11.
Karachi Kings Confirm David Warner as Captain
Another major update involves Karachi Kings, who have officially confirmed David Warner as their captain for PSL 11.
The experienced Australian opener will lead the franchise once again, marking his second stint as captain of Karachi Kings. The decision means that Salman Ali Agha, who is currently associated with Pakistan’s T20 leadership setup, will not captain the team this season.
Many fans had expected Salman Ali Agha to be considered for the leadership role due to his growing importance in Pakistan’s T20 setup. However, the franchise has decided to continue with the experienced leadership of David Warner.
Warner’s aggressive batting style and vast experience in international and franchise cricket make him a strong candidate to guide Karachi Kings in the upcoming season.
Interestingly, both teams that have announced their captains so far have chosen Australian players, highlighting the franchises’ confidence in experienced international leaders.
Pindi Franchise Launches PSL 11 Kit Design Competition
Another unique development ahead of PSL 11 comes from the Pindi franchise, which has launched a competition for fans to design the team’s official kit.
The franchise has invited supporters to submit their own kit designs, with the deadline reportedly set for March 16. After the deadline, one design will be selected and approved as the team’s official kit for the season.
While fan engagement initiatives are often appreciated, some observers believe that organizing a main kit design competition so close to the start of the tournament may create logistical challenges. Once the design is finalized, the kit must still be produced and distributed before the start of PSL 11.
In many leagues, such competitions are typically held for training kits, while the official match kit is designed by professional designers to ensure strong branding and visual identity for the franchise.
Since this is the first season for the Pindi franchise, the team may still be experimenting with different ways to engage fans and build its brand.
PSL 11 Preparations Continue
With the start of PSL 11 approaching rapidly, teams are accelerating their preparations. Leadership announcements, squad planning, and branding activities are all part of the final build-up to the tournament.
While some teams have already revealed their captains and kits, others are expected to make similar announcements in the coming days.
Cricket fans can expect more updates regarding team strategies, squad combinations, and official announcements as the tournament draws closer.
For the latest PSL 11 news, team updates, squad announcements, and match previews, follow pak-t20.com, where regular coverage of Pakistan Super League and Pakistan cricket is published.
Last modified: March 11, 2026
