PCB clears Babar Azam for BBL 2025-26
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially cleared seven of its top players to participate in the upcoming Season 15 of the Big Bash League (BBL), which will run from December 14, 2025 to January 25, 2026. The move comes after the board lifted its previous restrictions on Pakistani players joining foreign leagues. So let’s check out PCB approves Babar Azam for BBL 2025-26.
Seven Pakistani stars receive NOCs
The seven Pakistani cricketers who have been issued No Objection Certificates (NOCs) include:
- Babar Azam – Sydney Sixers
- Shaheen Afridi – Brisbane heat
- Muhammad Rizwan – Melbourne Renegades
- Haris Rauf – Melbourne Stars
- Shadab Khan – Sydney Thunder
- Hassan Ali – Adelaide Strikers
- Hassan Khan – Melbourne Renegades
These players had previously been cleared by the PCB to participate in international competitions, and the latest NOCs reaffirm their eligibility for BBL 15.
PCB lifts the restriction after policy revision
Earlier this year, the PCB temporarily suspended all NOCs for players joining foreign leagues, citing the need to review its policies and possibly link approvals to players’ performance. After careful consideration, the board decided to allow players who were already under contract and had prior approval to participate in BBL Season 15.
Exciting debuts and fan buzz
Among the endorsements, Babar Azam’s debut with the Sydney Sixers has created a lot of excitement among the fans. The franchise has gone the extra mile to celebrate its arrival by creating a special fan zone called “Babaristan”, described as:
“A fan zone like no other, celebrating cricket culture and the arrival of Babar Azam.” – Sydney Sixers, official X-handle
Player assignments within franchises
Each Pakistani player represents a different BBL franchise in Australia:
- Babar Azam – Sydney Sixers
- Shaheen Afridi – Brisbane heat
- Muhammad Rizwan – Melbourne Renegades
- Haris Rauf – Melbourne Stars
- Shadab Khan – Sydney Thunder
- Hassan Ali – Adelaide Strikers
- Hassan Khan – Melbourne Renegades
Fans are eagerly awaiting these stars who will light up the tournament with their performances.
BBL 15 Overview
BBL Season 15 will feature 44 matches, starting with an exciting opening match between the Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers at Perth Stadium. With top international stars allowed to play, the tournament promises a high level of competition and fanfare.
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