In a surprising turn of events, none of the 45 Pakistani players who registered for The Hundred 2025 men’s draft were selected, despite several available spots.
Notable cricketers like Naseem Shah, Imad Wasim, and Shadab Khan had set high reserve prices but failed to attract interest from teams.
The women’s draft also saw no selections for Pakistani players, including Aliya Riaz and Fatima Sana.
The absence of Pakistani players in both drafts contrasts with the success of other international stars.
Afghanistan’s Noor Ahmad and New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell secured high-value contracts, reflecting their recent performances and the new investment dynamics in the tournament.
The involvement of IPL owners backing franchises has introduced a fresh layer of complexity, potentially influencing team selections.
Teams still have the opportunity to add players in the wildcard draft scheduled for May before the tournament begins on August 5.
This development raises questions about the future participation of Pakistani players in The Hundred, given the overlapping international schedules and the evolving investment landscape.
Despite these challenges, the wildcard draft offers a glimmer of hope for Pakistani cricketers to join the competition later in the season,
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