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Ben Stokes Not Available For PSL 2027 Direct Signing; Multan Sultans Owner Confirms

Akshita Patel

Ben Stokes is unlikely to play the PSL 2027 season [Source: AFP]Ben Stokes is unlikely to play the PSL 2027 season [Source: AFP]

In a major setback, Ben Stokes has reportedly pulled out of the PSL 2027 season. According to rumours, the former England captain will focus on the BBL and will ditch the PSL despite being in advanced talks with multiple franchises.

Stokes took retirement from international cricket earlier this year after a controversial nightclub incident put him in the spotlight. However, he confirmed that he won’t be moving away from cricket completely.

Ben Stokes ditches PSL at the last minute

Former England captain Ben Stokes had confirmed his availability for multiple franchise leagues, including the Big Bash League (BBL), Major Cricket League (MLC) and Pakistan Super League (PSL).

According to previous reports, Multan Sultans were considering Stokes as their marquee direct signing for the PSL 2027 season. However, as per Muhammad Yusuf of Express News Pakistan, Ben Stokes has now pulled out of the PSL.

Stokes apparently does not want to register for the draft process of the PSL 2027 season as he won’t be available for the tournament. Instead, the ex-English all-rounder wants to feature in the upcoming BBL season.

Notably, Multan Sultans owner Gohar Shah also confirmed this development. He dropped a comment on Yusuf’s post, saying, “Sad to miss a player of his calibre.”

This is a major setback for PSL 2027. At a time when the league is struggling hard to stay relevant, missing out on such star players could further dent its popularity among the masses.

Ben Stokes signed with Adelaide Strikers for BBL

Notably, Ben Stokes is set to feature in the BBL 2026-27 season as he signed a one-year deal with Adelaide Strikers. His contract value is approximately $360,000, thus making him one of the highest-paid direct signings of the tournament.

Earlier, Stokes made his BBL debut in the 2014-15 season, when he represented Melbourne Renegades. However, due to international duties, he stepped away from the tournament.

But now, Ben Stokes remains fully committed to the BBL as he rejected the PSL 2027 at the last minute. It remains to be seen how the PSL will cope with this huge setback.