Bangladeshi pace sensation Nahid Rana said representing country is always the priority over franchise leagues like the Pakistan Premier League (PSL) to him.

"To me, representing my country is always the priority over franchise leagues like the PSL," he said.

He made the remarks while opening a business establishment in his hometown Chapainawabganj on Thursday.

Since his debut for the national team, the Chapainawabganj Express has been showcasing exceptional bowling skills and his blistering pace has already drawn the attention of the international cricketing fraternity in a short time.

Following this impressive performance, he has now been drafted into the popular PSL.

Pakistani franchise Peshawar Zalmi picked the speedster from the draft and is expected to share the field with stars like Babar Azam and Saim Ayub.

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Nahid has already applied for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to participate in the PSL, set to begin on April 11.

The speedster said that he has sought permission for the entire PSL season. However, Bangladesh is scheduled to play two Test matches against Zimbabwe in April, raising uncertainty over his full participation in the league.

He informed that BCB would decide on his availability after he plays one match.

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If Nahid gets the green light to play in the PSL, it will be a significant milestone in his career, the tournament providing him with an opportunity to showcase his talent on the international stage.