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David Wiese of Lahore Qalandars (LQ) has withdrawn from the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, which resumes on May 17 in Rawalpindi.
The veteran all-rounder cited the recent cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan as a major concern for his family.
In a recent interview with a local sports outlet, Wiese noted the emotional toll of the situation, stating, “If you haven’t been there and are just watching the news, you would think it is an active war zone.”
He decided not to return for the tournament due to the lasting impact on his family.
“Unfortunately, I saw the toll it took on my family. The toughest thing was that we in Pakistan knew we were quite far away from the borders and the security was paramount. However, if you haven’t been there and are just watching the news, you would think it is an active war zone and that lives were in danger the whole time,” Wiese said.
“So I have decided that I am not going to be heading back for the remainder of the tournament. It’s just still too fresh and the scars on my family are still a little too strong,” he added.
The 39-year-old has been a key member of the Lahore Qalandars since joining the franchise in 2018.
Over his tenure, he has played 54 matches for the side, scoring 629 runs at an average of 24.19 and an impressive strike rate of 161.69.
With the ball, he has taken 38 wickets at an average of 32.02 and an economy rate of 8.26. However, in PSL 10, Wiese featured in only one match.
