Karachi: The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced its latest set of domestic central contracts, with a significant representation from Karachi across all three categories.

The selection reflects both the city’s experienced campaigners and its growing pool of young talent making waves in first-class and white-ball cricket.

Below is a breakdown of Karachi’s contracted players and the roles they continue to play within Pakistan’s domestic structure:

Category 1

Mir Hamza – Left-arm fast bowler

A seasoned first-class workhorse, Mir Hamza remains one of the most consistent red-ball pacers in Pakistan. Known for his probing lines, swing, and miserly control, Hamza has been the spearhead for Karachi’s bowling attack for several seasons. He has represented Pakistan at Test level and continues to be viewed as a dependable long-format specialist.

Omair Bin Yousuf – Top-order batter

One of Karachi’s most promising batting talents, Omair Bin Yousuf has built a reputation for temperament and classical stroke play. Known for building innings rather than flashing cameos, his recent big scores across the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy have placed him firmly in the national conversation.

Usman Khan – Wicketkeeper Batter

Usman Khan is a impact player in all forms of the game. Last year made his debut in Pakistan team and still the part of current squad. He has contributed well for Karachi in Hanif Mohammad Trophy this year.

Category 2

Arif Yaqoob – Leg-spinner

A reliable wicket-taking option in white-ball cricket, Arif Yaqoob has been central to Karachi’s middle-overs control phase, especially in spin-friendly conditions.

Danish Aziz – Batting allrounder

A clean striker and a thinking spinner, Danish Aziz has carved a niche for himself in all formats. His ability to shepherd the lower middle-order and bowl key overs makes him invaluable.

Khawaja Nafay – top-order batter

Known for his power game and fearless intent, Khawaja Nafay has emerged as a modern T20 specialist. His clean hitting has already placed him on T20 franchise watchlists.

Ghazi Ghouri – Wicketkeeper-batter

A developing wicketkeeper whose movement behind the stumps and improving batting form have earned him recognition. Ghazi’s recent first-class performances underline his growth potential.

Rameez Aziz – Allrounder

A steady presence in domestic cricket, Rameez Aziz offers solidity with the bat and handy off-spin. His role flexibility continues to bring balance to Karachi’s playing XIs.

Saad Baig – Wicketkeeper-batter

Former Pakistan U19 captain, Saad Baig has emerged as one of Karachi’s standout youngsters. Opening the batting and keeping wicket, he has produced strong returns in both the Hanif Mohammad Trophy and Quaid-e-Azam Trophy.

Saifullah Bangash – Wicketkeeper

An experienced domestic gloveman with a calm presence behind the stumps, Bangash brings maturity and reliability to the squad’s keeping depth.

Category 3

Fawad Alam – Middle-order batter

A veteran of Pakistan cricket, Fawad Alam remains one of the most decorated run-scorers in domestic history. His unorthodox technique and unmatched resilience have defined Karachi cricket’s spirit for over a decade.

Abdullah Fazal – Top-order batter

A technically sound young opener who impressed quickly with maturity beyond his years. His patient approach suits longer formats.

Aftab Khan – Seamer

An emerging right-arm pacer with height and bounce, still refining control but already showing match-impact potential.

Jahanzaib Sultan – batting allrounder

Provides valuable utility with bat and ball, thriving especially in pressure moments in regional competitions.

Muhammad Asghar – Left-arm spinner

A crafty slow-left-armer with domestic and PSL experience, Asghar remains a potent wicket-taking option in spin-friendly settings.

Hamza Sohail – Middle-order batter

A composed batter known for rotating strike and keeping innings stable, with signs of developing into a reliable No. 4/5.

Muhammad Taha – batting allrounder

Energetic, athletic, and confident, Taha’s versatility in the field and useful middle-order hitting make him a valuable squad player.

Muhammad Umar – Fast bowler

A skiddy right-arm pacer capable of movement with the new ball. Consistency and discipline have driven his rise.

Saqib Khan – Allrounder

One of the standout performers recently, Saqib combines aggressive lower-order batting with sharp seam bowling—his match-winning spells have pushed him into national radar discussions.

Noticeable absentee

Haroon Arshad – middle order batter

The right-handed batter had an impressive start to his career, scoring a century on debut, and scored a match-winning 41 for Karachi and National T20. He is an emerging talent from Karachi who represented Pakistan in the U19 World Cup as well. He was overlooked in this year’s domestic contract.

Note: PCB’s central contracted players are not part of this domestic contract.