LAHORE: Hyderabad Kingsmen’s player Tom Curran stated that his role in the team depends on the situation and the directions given by his captain.
Addressing a press conference following Hyderabad Kingsmen’s second successive defeat in the Pakistan Super League 2026, all-rounder Tom Curran spoke about his role in the side, the challenges of building a new franchise, and the evolving demands of modern cricket.
Curran emphasized that his contributions depend on the captain’s tactical vision and match situations. “Look, as an all-rounder, it depends entirely on the captain’s vision, the match situation, and the specific requirements at that moment. That is the captain’s tactical plan, and I can’t comment on that directly. From my side, I am ready whenever called upon,” he explained, underlining his readiness to adapt to team needs.
Acknowledging the difficulties faced by Hyderabad Kingsmen, Curran pointed out that unlike established PSL teams, the Kingsmen are still finding their rhythm. “This is our first time in the PSL. We are in the process of building our combination. Other teams have a stable core that has played together for years; we are working to reach that level. Our goal is to win the upcoming matches and do what is best for the team,” he said.
Reflecting on his career since debuting in 2010, Curran discussed how cricket has changed dramatically over the past 16 years. “When I say we need ‘time,’ I don’t mean we plan to lose 10 games. I mean that building a team unit takes time, especially since our management has come in from America to take over this franchise. Unlike other teams who have been together for 7–8 years, we are starting fresh. Personally, I have been playing Major League Cricket and other leagues, constantly preparing myself to meet the requirements of the modern game and the specific batting position I am assigned,” he explained.
Curran highlighted the growing emphasis on strike rates, adaptability, and the dual responsibilities of an all-rounder in the T20 era. His remarks reflected both personal commitment and the broader challenge of aligning a new franchise with modern cricket’s demands.
When asked whether Hyderabad’s struggles stemmed from auction decisions or execution on the field, Curran was clear. “I won’t compare us to what Multan is doing. Every team has a different dynamic. I will stand by the fact that we need to fix our own mistakes. Our auction was fine—we have top-tier players like Saim Ayub, Maaz Sadaqat, Usman Khan, and Hassan Khan, who are active in leagues everywhere. The issue isn’t the talent; it’s the execution on the day. In T20 cricket, you don’t have time to recover from errors like you do in four-day cricket. We simply need to minimize our mistakes to get the results in our favor,” he said.
