Dasun Shanaka Handed One-Year PSL Ban

Sri Lanka all-rounder Dasun Shanaka has been banned for one year from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after breaching his contract with the league.

📌 What Happened?

• Shanaka was signed by Lahore Qalandars for the 2026 PSL season.
• He withdrew from the tournament on March 21 and joined the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL shortly after.
• The Pakistan Cricket Board ruled that this was a “unilateral withdrawal” and a breach of contract terms.

⚖️ Reason for the Ban

• The PCB stated that Shanaka’s exit was based on grounds not recognized under the contract framework.
• As a result, he has been barred from participating in the next PSL edition.

🔁 Bigger Picture

• This incident highlights the growing conflict between T20 leagues like the Indian Premier League and PSL, which now run in overlapping windows.
• Shanaka is not alone—players like Blessing Muzarabani have also faced bans for similar actions.

🗣️ Shanaka’s Response

• Shanaka expressed regret over his decision and said he hopes to return to the PSL in the future.

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🏏 Summary

The PCB has taken a strict stance to protect league integrity, making it clear that contract breaches—especially switching to rival leagues like the IPL—will lead to serious consequences.