Sialkot Stallionz franchise proprietor Hamza Majeed (left) speaking to media at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on February 25, 2026. —Screengrab through PCB
LAHORE: Hamza Majeed, the proprietor of Pakistan Tremendous League (PSL) franchise Sialkot Stallionz, has firmly rejected chapter claims and confirmed the appointment of the workforce’s teaching workers.
The press convention got here amid wider instability on the Stallionz, following the resignation of senior administration determine Kamil Khan and affirmation from Wasim Akram that he’s now not serving as franchise president.
Majeed categorically denied rumours of chapter, stating that the primary 12 months’s franchise price had already been submitted to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in January, backed by a three-year company assure.
He described the controversy as stemming from a “fake receipt” offered by a possible companion, whom he accused of misusing his belief. Authorized proceedings and defamation notices have been initiated in opposition to these spreading what he known as “baseless” allegations.
On possession, Majeed rejected claims that 98% of the franchise had been bought. He acknowledged that fairness dilution is underneath dialogue however emphasised that any growth stays topic to PCB approval.
He confirmed {that a} non-disclosure settlement has been signed with a potential strategic companion, with formal bulletins anticipated inside two to a few days.
Turning to cricketing issues, Majeed unveiled a heavyweight teaching panel for the Stallionz’ debut season.
Former Australia captain Tim Paine has been appointed head coach, supported by Mike Smith as assistant coach, Rana Naved-ul-Hasan as bowling coach, Sohaib Maqsood as batting coach, and Qaiser Abbas as technical advisor.
Australian physio Brandon Wilson will oversee participant health. Majeed additionally confirmed that star batter Steve Smith stays dedicated to the squad and can characteristic within the taking part in XI.
He thanked the PCB for its assist, noting that the board had given him area to resolve the disaster.
“If there was even a 1% doubt about my credibility, the PCB would have exited me from the league already,” he stated. Wanting forward, Majeed promised long-term dedication, declaring: “You will see this face in the PSL for at least the next 10 years, Insha’Allah.”
