Pakistan opening batter Sahibzada Farhan has been signed as the “icon player” for the Dambulla Sixers ahead of the upcoming Lanka Premier League 2026, marking another major milestone in his rapidly rising international T20 career.
The franchise officially confirmed the high-profile signing through its social media platforms, praising Farhan’s explosive form and consistent performances in recent global and franchise tournaments, including ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and Pakistan Super League Season 11.
“Icon Player Alert! Sahibzada Farhan is locked in as our marquee signing for LPL 2026,” the Dambulla Sixers announced, highlighting their excitement over bringing in one of Pakistan’s most in-form batters.
The sixth edition of the Lanka Premier League is set to begin on July 17, with defending champions Jaffna Kings facing Galle Gladiators in the opening clash at the iconic Sinhalese Sports Club Ground. The tournament will run until August 8, featuring matches across four major venues in Sri Lanka.
Farhan’s rise in world cricket has been nothing short of sensational over the past year. The right-handed opener emerged as one of the standout performers of the T20 World Cup 2026, finishing as the tournament’s leading run-scorer.
He accumulated 383 runs in just seven matches at a staggering average of 76.60 and a blistering strike rate of 160.25, showcasing both consistency and aggressive intent at the top of the order.
His performance included two centuries and two half-centuries, making him the first player in T20 World Cup history to score two hundreds in a single edition. He also broke the long-standing record previously held by Virat Kohli for most runs in a single tournament.
Cricket analysts believe Farhan’s signing could significantly boost Dambulla Sixers’ top-order strength and bring international attention to the franchise.
With expectations high and form on his side, Farhan will now aim to carry his red-hot momentum into the LPL 2026, where fans eagerly await more explosive batting displays from Pakistan’s rising star.
