Pakistan, April 21 -- The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has slapped a ban of one year on Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka and barred his selection for the next edition of the PSL 12.

In a statement issued here on Monday, the PSL review concluded that the player's unilateral withdrawal from the tournament on March 21, 2026, constituted a clear breach of both the Player Registration terms and the Tripartite Agreement. The findings indicated that the withdrawal was made on grounds not recognized within the existing contractual framework.

The PCB statement further said, "While the PCB has taken note of the player's expressions of regret and his stated passion for playing in Pakistan during the formal hearing, the severity of the contractu...