PSL Team Owner Books Saim Ayub’s Departure Flight In The Middle Of Test Match, Teammate Dents

Saim Ayub’s CPL departure flight delayed due to 3rd Test. [Source - AFP]Chaos surrounding Pakistan cricket does not seem to end, with barely a single day passing without another controversy or unexpected development. Just when things appear to be settling down, another episode has emerged, keeping Pakistan cricket in the spotlight.Pakistan cricket team had not even taken a breather after suffering a 3-0 Test series thrashing against England and another twist has now emerged, with Saim Ayub finding himself at the centre of the latest development.PSL Team Owner’s Saim Ayub Flight Plan Ruined By Razaullah’s HeroicsThe Jamaica Kingsmen, the sister franchise of PSL’s Hyderabad Kingsmen, had already booked Saim Ayub on a flight from the UK to Barbados in the middle of the 3rd Test between Pakistan and England, planning to bring their Pakistan star back for CPL 2026 at the end of Day 3.However, Pakistan’s late resistance at Edgbaston disrupted those plans, as Razaullah’s late onslaugh of 81 off 63 balls extended the Test match into Day 4. England eventually sealed an eight-wicket victory after the contest stretched until lunch.According to Cricinfo, Fawad Sarwar-owned Jamaica Kingsmen had received PCB permission for Ayub to leave on Friday if the Test ended within three days. However, Razaullah’s batting heroics have now pushed back his departure to Barbados.Saim Ayub’s Pakistan Test Return Turns Into A NightmareSaim Ayub’s surprise return to Pakistan’s Test squad after more than a year quickly turned into a nightmare, with the opener unable to make an impact in the 3rd Test at Edgbaston. The left-hander arrived in England after a good run of form in CPL 2026.Ayub was unexpectedly recalled after seven Pakistan players were sent home following the second Test defeat against England at Lord's. However, despite his strong form for the Jamaica Kingsmen, he struggled badly with the bat.Opening the innings, the 24-year-old had a forgettable Test, scoring two ducks as Pakistan failed to counter England’s new-ball bowling. His nightmare was made worse by his flight to Barbados being booked and now delayed in the middle of the Test match.Also Read: How England's Win vs Pakistan Affects India's WTC Final Qualification ScenarioSaim Ayub’s Flight Delay Threatens Jamaica Kingsmen’s CPL 2026 PlansThe extra day in the Pakistan vs England 3rd Test has created a major problem for Jamaica Kingsmen. Ayub’s delayed flight means he will miss Jamaica Kingsmen’s final league game of CPL 2026 against Barbados Tridents on Sunday, September 13.Jamaica have won four of their nine games, and another loss, especially a heavy one without Ayub, could allow fifth-placed Saint Lucia Kings to overtake them into the top four. That makes his absence costly at this stage.Moreover, before joining Pakistan's Test squad for the 3rd Test, Ayub had built momentum in CPL 2026, scoring 127 runs at a 160.75 strike rate in three games, including a century. The Test call-up, extra day and delayed flight have now disrupted that momentum at the worst time.Also Read: Why Does England Award 2 Player Of The Series Award For Home Tours?