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March 12, 2026
Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed defies talk of ‘shadow ban’ with Sunrisers deal in Hundred
Leg-spinner signed by Indian-owned team for £190,000
TL;DR
- Abrar Ahmed is the first Pakistani player to be signed by an Indian-owned Hundred team, joining Sunrisers Leeds for £190,000.
- The signing comes after the England and Wales Cricket Board denied reports of a 'shadow ban' on Pakistani players.
- Ahmed's past social media post, interpreted as a political meme, led to backlash from Indian fans online.
- Usman Tariq was also bought by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000.
- James Coles became the most expensive player sold at the auction, purchased by London Spirit for £390,000.
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