PSL 2022 Live: James Faulkner leaves PSL – Australia all-rounder James Faulkner has withdrawn from the last two matches for Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Faulkner is unhappy with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not honoring his contractual payment and agreements. He also said the PCB and PSL officials have not treated him well. Follow PSL 2022 Live Updates on InsideSport. IN.
Faulkner posted a Tweet on his official Twitter account and expressed his displeasure for the treatment meted out during his stint with Quetta Gladiators.
PSL 2022: James Faulkner withdraws from Pakistan Super League over payment dispute with PCB, Quetta Gladiators
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I apologise to the Pakistan cricket fans.
But unfortunately I’ve had to withdraw from the last 2 matches and leave the @thePSLt20 due to the @TheRealPCB not honouring my contractual agreement/payments.
I’ve been here the whole duration and they have continued to lie to me.— James Faulkner (@JamesFaulkner44) February 19, 2022
PSL 2022: James Faulkner withdraws from Pakistan Super League over payment dispute with PCB, Quetta Gladiators
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It hurts to leave as I wanted to help to get international cricket back in Pakistan as there is so much young talent and the fans are amazing.
But the treatment I have received has been a disgrace from the @TheRealPCB and @thePSLt20I’m sure you all understand my position.
— James Faulkner (@JamesFaulkner44) February 19, 2022
PSL 2022: James Faulkner withdraws from Pakistan Super League over payment dispute with PCB, Quetta Gladiators
James Faulkner numbers in PSL
- Faulkner has been one of the consistent performers in PSL in the past two years. He has played Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators
- He took 13 wickets for Qalandars in the 2021 edition of PSL
- Faulkner picked three for 3 for 32 in his debut match in PSL 2021 edition
- He was signed by Quetta Gladiators in PSL 2022 season
PSL 2022: James Faulkner withdraws from Pakistan Super League over payment dispute with PCB, Quetta Gladiators
The Pakistan Cricket Board later denied Faulkner’s allegation in a Twitter post.
“The PCB and Quetta Gladiators have regretfully taken note of Mr James Faulkner’s false and misleading accusations and will shortly be releasing a detailed statement on the matter,” it said.
The PCB and Quetta Gladiators have regretfully taken note of Mr James Faulkner’s false and misleading accusations and will shortly be releasing a detailed statement on the matter.#HBLPSL7
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 19, 2022
PSL 2022: James Faulkner withdraws from Pakistan Super League over payment dispute with PCB, Quetta Gladiators
Meanwhile, Quetta Gladiators are languishing at the bottom half of the points table. They are placed fifth with six points on board. Sarfaraz Ahmed-led team has to win two games and also hope other results go in their favor.
With Faulkner also gone, the team will be short of bowling firepower. Add to that, Gladiators will also miss his skills with the bat.
PSL 2022: James Faulkner withdraws from Pakistan Super League over payment dispute with PCB, Quetta Gladiators
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