Sohail Tanvir Appointed Bowling Coach for Sialkot Stallionz Ahead of PSL 11 Debut. -

The Sialkot Stallionz are making major moves for their inaugural season in PSL 11, officially appointing former Pakistan international and T20 specialist Sohail Tanvir as the team’s bowling coach. The announcement, made on February 11, 2026, strengthens the support staff of the league’s newest and most expensive franchise.

Why Sohail Tanvir is a Key Addition

Sohail Tanvir brings an incredible wealth of experience to the Stallionz dugout:

International Veteran: Tanvir claimed 118 international wickets across all formats during his decade-long career with the national side.
T20 Pioneer: A member of Pakistan’s 2009 T20 World Cup-winning squad, he was also the inaugural IPL Purple Cap winner with record-breaking figures of $6/14$.
Mentorship Role: Since retiring, Tanvir has been actively involved in coaching and mentoring young fast bowlers in domestic cricket, focusing on death-over refining and pace development.

A Star-Studded Support Staff

Tanvir joins a high-profile management team assembled by owners Alpha Sports and OZ Developers:

Head Coach: Former Australian captain Tim Paine.
Marquee Signing: Australian superstar Steve Smith has joined as a direct signing.
President: Legendary pacer Wasim Akram.

PSL 11 Expansion Details

The Sialkot Stallionz are one of two new teams joining the league in 2026, expanding the tournament to an eight-team format. The franchise was acquired for a record-breaking PKR 1.85 billion per year, making it the most expensive team in PSL history.