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Former chairman PCB Najam Sethi, high commissioner Dr Mohammad Faisal, Lahore Qalandars CEO Atif Rana, COO Sameen Rana, captain Shaheen Shah Afridi pose with PSL trophy along with Qalandars England players Sam Billings , Tom Curran at Pakistan High Commission. — PHC/@Pakistanin UK
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London: In his first type of indicator, Pakistan Super League (PSL) champions Lahore Qalandars brought their Championship Trophy to the UK to celebrate with Sam Billings and Tom Kiran, who were able to play in the final matches of the tournament.
The celebration program was held at the Pakistan High Commission in London, hosted by the High Commissioner of Pakistan in the UK, Dr. Mohammad Faisal.
The gathering was attended by prominent members of Qalandars, including CEO Atif Rana, COO Sameen Rana, Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Sam Billings and Tom Kiran, the stars of Qalandars based in England.
The gathering was attended by key figures of the Qalandars’ administration, including CEO Atif Rana and COO Sameen Rana, team captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, and England -based Qalandars players Sam Billings and Tom Kiran.
In addition, former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi, journalist Jagno Mohsin, and Pakistani Dia Vara and members of the media were also included.
Talking to Geo News, Shaheen Shah Afridi, who attracted Qalandars to his third victory in the PSL in the last four years, emphasized the importance of the recent achievements of Lahore Qalandars.
“Winning three trophy in four years is not a children’s game, but all credit goes to our player development program,” he said.
Shaheen added, “Both Sam and Tom lost the finals, so we decided to bring the trophy instead. This is something that makes Qalandars so special – we like to share happiness every moment even if it is smaller,” Shaheen said, “Shaheen said.
Sam Billings praised the franchise and the culture that said: “Sameen and Shaheen create a very unique and special environment. They really care about everyone, and that’s why you see many players performing their best.”
In echoing similar emotions, Tom Corn shared: “From the first day, it felt like a house. Every – from the administration to the players – welcome us. Even in difficult situations, it is a pleasure to be part of the team.”
CEO Atif Rana thanked the High Commission for hosting the event. He highlighted the support of the Pakistani community based in the UK and said, “We are grateful to Dr. Mohammad Faisal.
He added, “Due to the tense situation during the tournament, Sam and Tom could not return to the finals, but we wanted to make sure they were part of our events.”
Sameen Rana revealed future plans to deepen the engagement of the Qalandars with the UK’s cricket landscape, saying: “We plan to run abroad in the UK here and intend to cooperate with the county clubs through exchange programs, and not only helpful to help them.
Najam Sethi, the launch of the PSL, appears on the team’s journey and the origin of the name. He said, “When Atif told me that he wanted to name the team ‘Qalandars’, I was not initially a fan. I thought we needed a warrior name. But Atif insisted on highlighting the Sufi tradition.
He added, “Today, Lahore Qalandars is a domestic name and a high franchise. And my heart will always be with them.”
Dr. Faisal, who hosted the gathering, expressed his pride of the team’s achievements and said: “It is heartbreaking to welcome our sports honorees. We wanted to host a big program, but the time was short.”
He added: “Lahore Qalandar is doing an amazing job, and we hope that when these players represent their national teams, the success continues globally.”
The program also marked a symbolic indicator by Lahore Qalandars to celebrate the commitment of growing cricket at home and abroad.
