Historical context: This article concerns comments made by New Zealand batter Martin Guptill ahead of Pakistan Super League season eight in February 2023.

Guptill prepared for PSL 8

Martin Guptill said he was excited about representing Quetta Gladiators and looked forward to playing PSL matches in Pakistan.

Although Guptill had previously appeared in the PSL during the tournament's Abu Dhabi phase in 2021, the 2023 season gave him the opportunity to play PSL cricket in Pakistan.

Opportunity to learn

Speaking to media before the competition, Guptill described Pakistan as a strong cricket environment and said playing there would provide an opportunity to learn while contributing to his new team.

Guptill on PSL quality

The experienced New Zealand opener praised the standard of the Pakistan Super League and highlighted the quality of its fast bowling, spin and batting.

He also spoke positively about Pakistan's fast-bowling resources, mentioning leading bowlers including Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Hasnain.

Historical report

These comments were made before Guptill's PSL 8 campaign and reflect the circumstances at that time rather than his current playing status.