Dasun Shanaka, who was signed by Lahore Qalandars for 7.5 million rupees, has reportedly finalized his move to the Rajasthan Royals as an injury replacement for Sam Curran. The franchise has been informed.

Shanaka follows Zimbabwean pacer Blessing Muzarabani, who recently left Islamabad United to join Kolkata Knight Riders. These last-minute exits have prompted the Pakistan Cricket Board to consider a one-year ban for both players.

Despite these departures, PSL 11 is set to begin this Thursday with eight teams, including newcomers Hyderabad and Rawalpindi. Foreign stars like Reeza Hendricks have already arrived in Lahore to join their respective squads.

Due to the ongoing regional crisis and austerity measures, the PCB confirmed that all matches will be played behind closed doors in Karachi and Lahore. Fans will receive full refunds for previously purchased tickets.