Multan Sultans proprietor Ali Tareen on this undated photograph. — Instagram/@aslitareen
Multan Sultans proprietor Ali Tareen has reiterated his deep dedication to the franchise, calling it a undertaking that is still “very close to his heart” following important funding and energy to determine the group as one of many Pakistan Tremendous League’s (PSL) most dominant sides this decade.
He additionally dismissed hypothesis that he plans to stroll away from the group after PSL Season 10.
“I never said I’m abandoning Multan Sultans,” Tareen informed native media throughout his group’s match towards the Lahore Qalandars, which the Sultans gained by 33 runs.
“We are simply exploring options to re-evaluate our franchise agreement after the tenth edition of the PSL.”
Tareen defined that the present monetary mannequin is unsustainable for the franchise.
“We do have the option to renew our contract with a 25% increase on the current price. But at that price, we’re operating at a loss,” he mentioned.
“My plan is to exercise our right to exit the current agreement and rebid for the team – hopefully at a more realistic valuation, similar to Karachi Kings’ $26 million deal over ten years.”
He additionally pointed to the challenges confronted by the franchise’s earlier house owners. “They suffered significant losses and couldn’t continue. We stepped in, and now we’ll look to bid again under better terms.”
Commenting on his group’s latest on-field efficiency, Tareen expressed satisfaction with their first win of PSL Season 10.
“After the loss to Islamabad United in Rawalpindi, we were focused on bouncing back at home in Multan,” he mentioned. “The coaches and I agreed there was no need to panic. We knew once we got back to Multan, we’d get things back on track.”
Whereas acknowledging the comparatively subdued buzz round PSL X, he emphasised that the Sultans proceed to play for his or her followers.
“We told the players they’re playing for the people of Multan. That connection, that love — it’s what drives us.”
On expertise growth, Tareen proudly highlighted the success of the Tareen Cricket Academies.
“Our men’s and women’s academies are operating year-round. One standout story is Sheher Bano, a 14-year-old girl who joined us with no cricket experience. She’s now represented Pakistan in the Under-19 Asia Cup and World Cup qualifiers,” he shared.
“Our development squad under the JDW banner is participating in the PCB-organised President’s Trophy Grade-II and I am pleased that they have done well in the opening two matches — taking first innings lead points in a drawn opening match and then recording a 10-wicket victory in the second match,” Tareen mentioned.
Trying forward, Tareen revealed plans to additional develop cricket infrastructure within the area.
“We’re working on building a stadium in DHA Multan, as well as enhancing facilities in Rahim Yar Khan and Bahawalpur. The goal is to create a strong, coordinated network across South Punjab for our teams and academies.”
