In a detailed message on the social platform X, Ali Tareen informed fans that he was parting ways with the Pakistan Super League franchise. He wrote that if staying with the team meant compromising his principles, then his only choice was to say goodbye.
He added that he would rather lose the team while standing on his feet than run it while kneeling. According to him, being a part of Multan Sultans had been the greatest honour of his life.
Ali Tareen said he would always remain proud of representing South Punjab, something that his late uncle Alamgir Tareen also cherished deeply.
He stated that Multan Sultans meant far more than numbers, and although he never considered leaving despite financial losses, he would fully support whoever takes charge of the team now. To all Multan Sultans fans,
Being part of this team has been one of the greatest honours of my life. I love the fans, I love this team, and I absolutely love being able to represent South Punjab. Something my late uncle Alamgir Tareen was especially proud of.
Every season, I…
On the other hand, Islamabad United renewed its franchise agreement for the next 10 years. The team will continue in the PSL with the same owners for the coming decade, based on a new market valuation set by EY MENA.
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PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that Islamabad United consistently maintained high standards in the league, and the renewed deal shows the franchise’s strong trust in the PSL.
PSL CEO Salman Naseer added that Islamabad United played a central role in shaping the league’s identity, and the next 10-year partnership promises new heights. He highlighted that Islamabad United is the league’s first champion and one of its best-performing teams.
It is worth noting that from the 11th edition next year, the PSL will expand into an eight-team league, and five existing teams have already renewed their contracts.
Experts believe Ali Tareen’s exit hints at internal pressures that may have conflicted with his values. Some say his message suggests disagreements over team management. Others note that Islamabad United’s decade-long renewal shows confidence in the league’s financial future. Analysts think the PSL’s expansion to eight teams could reshape the competition in the coming years.
