Nearly two weeks have passed since PSL 9 wrapped up, yet fans remain captivated by its spell. PSL 9 offered fans an entire month of high-quality cricket, a period they thoroughly enjoyed. In today’s article, we’ll delve into the PSL 9 awards and statistics, highlighting the reasons behind each player’s recognition and why they were rightly awarded.

First and foremost, let’s begin with the bowling category.

Fazal Mehmood Cap Winner:

This prestigious award is bestowed upon the player who takes the most wickets in the tournament. This year, the accolade was awarded to Usama Mir. With his outstanding performance across 12 innings, he secured 24 wickets, boasting an average of 15.87 and an economy rate of 8.13, making him the tournament’s leading wicket-taker.

Hanif Mohammad Cap Winner:

The Hanif Mohammad Cap is awarded to the player who scores the most runs in the tournament. And in a tournament that features Babar Azam, it would indeed be a surprise if he didn’t clinch this award. This year, Babar Azam added this prestigious accolade to his name. Representing Peshawar Zalmi, he amassed 569 runs across 11 innings, boasting an impressive average of 57 and a strike rate of 142.6. This achievement marked his third time winning this category, having previously secured the Hanif Mohammad Cap in the 2020 and 2021 PSL seasons.

Batter of the Tournament:

The title of Batter of the Tournament for PSL 9 was rightfully earned by Usman Khan from Multan Sultans, known for his explosive batting. This award itself speaks volumes about the caliber of performance required to win it. In PSL 9, Usman Khan dazzled by scoring 430 runs in just 7 innings, achieving an extraordinary average of 107.5 and a strike rate of 164.12. This fantastic performance made him the tournament’s second-highest run-scorer. In addition, he also scored 2 spectacular centuries, showcasing his exceptional talent and making him a standout player of the tournament.

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Bowler of the Tournament:

Once again, the accolade for the Bowler of the Tournament went to Usama Mir. We’ve already discussed the exceptional performance that led Usama Mir to receive this honor. His skillful bowling throughout the tournament established him as the standout bowler.

Fielder of the Tournament:

Irfan Khan Niazi, a rising star playing for Karachi Kings, was recognized as the tournament’s best fielder. He showcased his fielding prowess by securing 8 catches during the PSL. Beyond just his catches, he was a dynamo on the field, demonstrating the energy and agility that set him apart.

Super All-Rounder of the Tournament:

In the PSL 9, we saw quality all-rounders in almost every team, including prominent names like Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Aamir Jamal, Keiron Pollard, Iftikhar Ahmad, and Rovman Powell. However, amazingly, this award was snatched up by Saim Ayub from Peshawar Zalmi. Looking at Saim Ayub’s batting stats, he scored 345 runs in 11 innings with a striking rate of 157.53. In bowling, over 9 innings, he took 8 wickets with an economy rate of 7.45.

Wicket Keeper of the Tournament:

The big man, Azam Khan, was the winner of the Imtiaz Ahmed award for the best wicket-keeper of the season in PSL 9, with 10 dismissals across 12 innings. In this category, he beat Mohammad Rizwan, who had been winning this award consecutively for the past three seasons.

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Emerging Player of the Tournament:

In the category of emerging talent, Irfan Khan Niazi from Karachi Kings stood out, securing the Emerging Player of the Tournament award. He was the second highest run-getter for Karachi Kings. His solid performances throughout the tournament highlighted his potential and earned him recognition as a notable up-and-coming player.

Now, let’s turn our attention to the final and most coveted award of the tournament.

Player of the Tournament:

The most prestigious accolade of PSL 9, the Player of the Tournament award, it was proudly won by Islamabad United’s captain, Shadab Khan. For Shadab Khan, who had been experiencing a form slump prior to the tournament and was the subject of much criticism, this tournament proved to be a remarkable turnaround.

He didn’t just find his way back to form but also played a pivotal role in leading his team to victory. Throughout the tournament, he showcased his prowess by taking 14 wickets in 12 innings and scoring 305 runs at an impressive strike rate of 142.5. It was his leadership and outstanding all-round performance that made him the undeniable choice for the Player of the Tournament award, celebrating his contribution to his team’s success.

In addition to the trophies that were presented to all the winners of PSL 9 awards, they were also rewarded with cash prizes. Specifically, the Player of the Tournament was awarded a cash prize of 3 million PKR. Meanwhile, the winners in the other categories each received a cash prize of 3.5 million PKR.

Beyond the PSL 9 awards for individual players, the Umpire of the Tournament award was bestowed upon Arif Yaqub, acknowledging his exceptional officiating throughout the tournament. Furthermore, the Spirit of Cricket award was given to Peshawar Zalmi, recognizing their exemplary conduct and sportsmanship during the competition. Regarding the teams in PSL 9, the champions were awarded a substantial cash prize of 140 million PKR. The runner-up team was also handsomely rewarded, receiving a cash prize of 56 million PKR.