Shan Masood, Pakistan’s Test captain, joins Leicestershire for the 2025 season on a multi-format deal. He is a seasoned run-scorer with over 22,000 career runs, including 45 centuries. Masood’s arrival will enhance Leicestershire’s squad as they prepare for the upcoming cricket season, and he expressed excitement about playing for the club.
Shan Masood, Pakistan’s Test captain, has been signed by Leicestershire on a comprehensive deal for the 2025 season. At 35 years old, he will join other overseas signings, including Peter Handscomb and Logan van Beek. Masood is expected to arrive after the Pakistan Super League in mid-May, just in time for the team’s season opener against Vitality Blast on May 31.
Throughout his career since debuting in 2007, Masood has accumulated over 22,000 runs, including 45 centuries, with a remarkable highlight of scoring 239 against Sussex in 2022. He is nearing 12,000 first-class runs, with an average close to 40. Additionally, Masood has performed well in limited-overs formats, averaging 26.53 in T20s with a strike rate of 125.3, and over 52 in List A matches.
With 70 caps for Pakistan, Masood has significant experience in county cricket. After achieving impressive results with Derbyshire, scoring 1,832 runs in 2022, he then captained Yorkshire, helping the team gain promotion to Division One last season.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Masood stated, “I have always admired the Club and had great conversations with the team over the last three seasons. I love playing at Uptonsteel County Ground, and it’s an exciting time to join the Foxes.”
Director of Cricket Claude Henderson welcomed Masood, emphasizing his qualifications and potential impact, saying, “Shan completes a fantastic lineup of overseas additions to our squad. His leadership and experience will be invaluable to the team both on and off the pitch.”
Shan Masood’s entry into Leicestershire for the 2025 season brings depth and experience to the team. With a prolific record in both first-class and limited-overs cricket, he is expected to contribute significantly to the club’s success. Masood’s leadership and cricketing acumen further enhance Leicestershire’s ambitions in upcoming competitions, making this a noteworthy acquisition for the club.
Original Source: sports.ndtv.com
