Daily Times

KARACHI: Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Lahore Qalandars have roped-in Richard Stonier, a fitness trainer from England, to work with its team during the third edition of the PSL.

An official of Lahore Qalandars confirmed Tuesday that Stonier would join the franchise for pre-tournament camp in Lahore in February. “Stonier is a skillful trainer and an immensely experienced fitness professional with over a decade of experience,” said the Qalandars official. “He is also working with Pakistan domestic team, Sui Sothern Gas Company, which gives him an understanding of fitness level of Pakistani cricketers. He will be here for the pre-tournament camp to work with our players. The camp is likely to commence in the first week of February,” he added. Stonier has also expressed his excitement on joining the PSL team.

He’s looking forward to share his experience with Qalandars’ players. “Privileged and honoured to be part of this amazing team and now very excited to share the experience with a great family,” he posted on his Twitter account.

The third edition of the PSL starts on February 22 with defending champions Peshawar Zalmi taking on new entrants Multan Sultans.

Published in Daily Times, January 10^th 2018.