PSL 2025: David Warner named Karachi Kings captain after Shan Masood's sacking

Former Australia cricketer David Warner has been appointed as the captain of Karachi Kings for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 after Shan Masood's sacking. The development was confirmed by the franchise through their social media account on Monday (24th March).

David Warner was recently picked by Karachi Kings in their drafts ahead of the season. The former Australia player, who went unsold in the IPL, will be keen to make an impact for the team and lead from the front, taking his team to glory.

David Warner, who called his retirement from international cricket recently, has been playing in the leagues around the world. The opening batter also was the captain of Sydney Thunder during the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25, where he played a massive role as a batter and the leader.

Warner led from the front and took his team to the final before losing against Hobart Hurricanes. The opening batter also played for Dubai Capitals in the ILT20 2025 as well. He played a vital hand for the team in the knockout as his team went on to win the title.

Warner now would be keen to carry on the same form in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025. With the added responsibility of the leader, a lot will be dependent on him in the league.

Karachi Kings appoint David Warner as captain for PSL 2025

Confirming his appointment as captain, Karachi Kings stated: "Big energy. Bigger moves. 𝘾𝘼𝙋𝙏𝘼𝙄𝙉 𝙒𝘼𝙍𝙉𝙀𝙍 𝙄𝙎 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙔! 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 takes the charge and ready to lead the Kings Squad in HBL PSLX"

Big energy. Bigger moves. 𝘾𝘼𝙋𝙏𝘼𝙄𝙉 𝙒𝘼𝙍𝙉𝙀𝙍 𝙄𝙎 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙔! 👑

𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 takes the charge and ready to lead the #KingsSquad in #HBLPSLX 💙❤️#YehHaiKarachi | #KingsSquad | #KarachiKings pic.twitter.com/fcUf67JZmf

— Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) March 24, 2025

His leadership and match-winning performances align perfectly with our team’s vision - Karachi Kings’ owner on David Warner

Karachi Kings’ owner, Salman Iqbal, talked about the appointment of Warner as the captain, saying that the batter's leadership and match-winning performance will fit perfectly with the team’s vision. He also appreciated Shan Masood for leading the team well. He said:

“We warmly welcome David Warner to the Karachi Kings family as our captain. His leadership and match-winning performances align perfectly with our team’s vision.”

“At the same time, we sincerely appreciate Shan Masood’s exceptional captaincy last season. His efforts have built a strong foundation for Karachi Kings, and we are delighted that he remains an integral part of the team.”

David Warner has a great experience as a leader

Warner has a great experience as a leader. He also captained Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL and guided them to the win in 2016. The Karachi Kings management would be hoping that he replicates the same and helps them lift the title.

Pakistan Super League (PSL) is all set to begin on Friday, April 11, 2025 and Karachi Kings will play their opening match on Saturday, April 12, against Multan Sultans.

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