Pakistan Spinner Abrar Joins Indian-Owned Sunrisers Leeds
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- •Abrar Ahmed was bought by Sunrisers Leeds in The Hundred draft held in England in March 2026.
- •The contract for Abrar Ahmed with Sunrisers Leeds is reported to be worth $250,000.
- •Sunrisers Leeds are linked to the Indian Premier League’s Sunrisers Hyderabad ownership group.
- •Criticism of the signing has appeared on social media from both Indian and Pakistani users.
- •Some Indian critics object to an Indian-owned team hiring a Pakistani player while India and Pakistan do not play bilateral cricket.
- •Some Pakistani critics argue Abrar Ahmed should avoid Indian-linked franchises because of political disputes between the two countries.
- •Supporters of the deal highlight that Pakistani players are often excluded from the IPL and welcome Abrar Ahmed’s chance to play in a high-profile English tournament.
- •The Hundred competition in England features city-based franchises that can sign overseas players from multiple countries, including Pakistan and India.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Abrar Ahmed performs strongly for Sunrisers Leeds in The Hundred Franchise teams in England and elsewhere may become more willing to sign Pakistani players despite India–Pakistan political tensions.
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Primary Sources (6)
CNChannel News AsiaPakistan spinner Abrar signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in Hundred auctionMEAl Jazeera - AllIndian-owned Sunrisers face backlash after signing Pakistan’s Abrar AhmedMEThe National (UAE)Sunrisers face backlash for $250,000 signing of Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed for Hundred competitionME