Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has been named President of the PSL franchise Sialkot Stallions, as the team also revealed its official logo during a ceremony held in Lahore.
The announcement was made at an event organised by Alpha Ozy Sports at a private hotel, where Akram joined online and was formally introduced as the new president of the franchise.
Akram expressed optimism about the future of the newly added franchise, reaffirming his commitment to strengthening the team and helping it become a successful and competitive outfit.
The official logo of Sialkot Stallions was unveiled for the first time during the ceremony, symbolising the identity of the franchise and its ambitions for success in upcoming PSL seasons.
Head coach Tim Paine, alongside co-owners Hamza Majeed and Muhammad Shahid, pledged to incorporate modern features into PSL and contribute to improving cricket standards across Pakistan.
Alpha Ozy Sports Chairperson Sabiha Sultan extended best wishes to the team, announcing plans to support the development of women’s cricket and create greater opportunities for female athletes nationwide.
She described the women’s cricket initiative as a positive step for the PSL and Pakistani cricket, highlighting the league’s growing role in promoting inclusivity and talent development across the country.
Yesterday, a leading sports medicine and rehabilitation distributor, Australia-based Alpha Sports Group partnered with OZ Group, acquiring a 75 percent stake in the newly introduced franchise.
The partnership aims to develop Sialkot Stallionz into a competitive and well-managed squad, focusing on strategy, player recruitment, and long-term success in franchise cricket.
OZ Group, co-owned by Hamza Majeed and Kamil Khan, secured the franchise rights during the PSL 2026 auction at the Jinnah Convention Centre, placing a record bid of Rs 1.85 billion.
