We’ve remained quiet publicly over the last 6 weeks because we did not wish to create or cause anymore animosity for the Pakistan Super League/Pakistan Cricket Board than they had already created for themselves.
However, due to the voluminous and disgusting nature of criticism directed at Blessing via social media, I will no longer stay silent.
Blessing loves the fans. Everywhere he goes he engages with the public and is generous with his time for the fans. I have seen this gentle giant mature into an exceptional man as well as a world class cricketer. However, to the so called “fans” that fill his social media DM’s with vile hatred, you are an utter disgrace to humanity and you are cowards.
So that everyone is clear, the timeline below gives an indication of what actually happened.
13 Feb 2026
- WSX/Blessing approached by Islamabad United about a playing opportunity for the 2026 PSL
- Deal Agreed SUBJECT TO obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Zimbabwe Cricket. Note: An NOC cannot be obtained without a contract from the PSL.
- Islamabad United/PSL Announce the signing to the world via social media
27 Feb 2026
- Still No Contract Received from PSL/IU
- Approach from KKR, Deal Done.
Blessing was….
- NOT DRAFTED IN THE AUCTION
- NOT PROVIDED WITH A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT FROM THE PSL
YOU SIMPLY CANNOT BREACH A CONTRACT YOU HAVE NEVER RECEIVED
We feel ANY ban on participation in the PSL is incredibly excessive and is not consistent with the punishment given to players that have actually breached a contract in the past. I have never seen a player so publicly admonished and criticised for doing nothing wrong.
We urge the PSL to gracefully withdraw the ban and accept this situation for what it is, an administrative error at their end, nothing more. We bare no grudges toward the PSL/Islamabad United.
