Pakistan pacer joins St. Kitts for CPL 2025 as Corbin Bosch’s replacement

Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah is set to make a return to the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) after being signed by the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots as a replacement for South Africa’s Corbin Bosch ahead of the 2025 season, which begins on August 14.

The right-arm fast bowler previously represented the Patriots in CPL 2021, where he played seven matches and picked up six wickets at an economy rate of 7.68. His performance in the final, where he took 2 for 26, played a crucial role in helping St Kitts clinch their maiden CPL title.

Naseem brings a wealth of experience from various franchise leagues, including the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lanka Premier League (LPL), and Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). However, his availability for the upcoming CPL season remains uncertain due to Pakistan’s packed international schedule. The national team is expected to tour the West Indies for a white-ball series, likely to participate in a tri-nation series with Afghanistan and the UAE, and compete in the Asia Cup 2025 in September.

Naseem is one of six Pakistani players set to feature in CPL 2025. All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz will join him at St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, marking his debut in the league.

Left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir, a seasoned campaigner with 51 wickets in 39 CPL matches, will turn out for Trinbago Knight Riders—his fourth team in the competition since 2021. He will be joined by Usman Tariq, a rising fast bowler who impressed in PSL 2024 and 2025 and will be making his CPL debut.

Imad Wasim, who was briefly released ahead of the draft, has rejoined Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and is set to continue his journey in the CPL.

Meanwhile, spin-bowling all-rounder Hasan Khan has been picked by Guyana Amazon Warriors. Reports suggest Hasan is exploring opportunities to switch his allegiance to USA cricket, but for now, he remains part of the CPL’s international talent pool.

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