Peshawar Zalmi Sign Tymal Mills for PSL 11
Peshawar Zalmi have signed England fast bowler Tymal Mills as a direct signing for the upcoming 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), which runs from March 26 to May 3, 2026 . The move adds genuine pace and experience to the 2017 champions’ bowling attack as they prepare to challenge for a second title.
The franchise announced the signing on their official social media platforms, welcoming the left-arm pacer with a punchy message: “The storm just levelled up. Let’s welcome England’s express pacer Tymal Mills to the Yellow Storm” . With this addition, Zalmi have now completed their squad for the upcoming season .
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Peshawar Zalmi : Mills’ PSL Journey and Career Stats
Mills becomes Zalmi’s second direct signing for PSL 11, following Australian all-rounder Aaron Hardie, who joined as a replacement for Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz after Gurbaz withdrew from the tournament .
The 33-year-old left-arm pacer is no stranger to the franchise, having previously represented Peshawar Zalmi in the third edition of the PSL. During that campaign, he featured in five matches and picked up seven wickets at an impressive economy rate of 7.21 .
Overall, Mills has played 30 PSL matches, claiming 37 wickets at an economy of 8.41 . He featured in the last two seasons for Islamabad United, adding to his experience in Pakistani conditions .
Across his T20 career, Mills has played 256 innings and taken 325 wickets at an economy rate of 8.36 . He made his PSL debut back in 2016 for Quetta Gladiators, where he took seven wickets in five games with an economy rate of 9.42 .
Peshawar Zalmi’s Squad Building for PSL 11
Retained Core
Peshawar Zalmi have built their squad around a strong core of retained players from their previous campaign :
- Babar Azam – Retained in the Platinum category for PKR 70 million (Rs. 7.00 Crore)
- Sufiyan Muqeem – Retained in the Diamond category for PKR 44.8 million (Rs. 4.48 Crore)
- Abdul Samad – Retained in the Gold category for PKR 28 million (Rs. 2.80 Crore)
- Ali Raza – Retained in the Emerging category for PKR 19.6 million (Rs. 1.96 Crore)
Auction Acquisitions
The highly anticipated PSL 11 player auction, the first in the league’s history to replace the traditional draft system, was held earlier this month at the Expo Centre in Lahore . All eight franchises finalised their squads during the event .
Peshawar Zalmi strengthened their core with several key acquisitions at the auction :
- Michael Bracewell (New Zealand) – PKR 42 million (Rs. 4.20 Crore)
- Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka) – PKR 42 million (Rs. 4.20 Crore)
- James Vince (England) – PKR 30 million (Rs. 3.00 Crore)
- Mohammad Haris (Pakistan) – PKR 22 million (Rs. 2.20 Crore)
- Aamir Jamal (Pakistan) – PKR 19 million (Rs. 1.90 Crore)
- Khurram Shahzad (Pakistan) – PKR 27 million (Rs. 2.70 Crore)
- Iftikhar Ahmed (Pakistan) – PKR 18 million (Rs. 1.80 Crore)
- Nahid Rana (Bangladesh) – PKR 60 Lacs
- Khalid Usman (Pakistan) – PKR 60 Lacs
- Abdul Subhan (Pakistan) – PKR 62.5 Lacs
- Mirza Tahir Baig (Pakistan) – PKR 60 Lacs
Direct Signings
In addition to the auction picks, Zalmi secured two key direct signings :
Aaron Hardie (Australia) – PKR 63 million (Rs. 6.30 Crore) – Joined as replacement for Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Tymal Mills (England) – Direct signing (price not disclosed)
Complete Peshawar Zalmi Squad for PSL 11
Here is the full squad after Mills’ signing, with all player prices :
Player Country Role Price
- Babar Azam Pakistan Batter (Captain) Rs. 7.00 Crore
- Tymal Mills England Fast Bowler Direct Signing
- Aaron Hardie Australia All-rounder Rs. 6.30 Crore
- James Vince England Batter Rs. 3.00 Crore
- Kusal Mendis Sri Lanka Wicketkeeper Batter Rs. 4.20 Crore
- Michael Bracewell New Zealand All-rounder Rs. 4.20 Crore
- Mohammad Haris Pakistan Wicketkeeper Batter Rs. 2.20 Crore
- Iftikhar Ahmed Pakistan All-rounder Rs. 1.80 Crore
- Sufiyan Muqeem Pakistan Spinner Rs. 4.48 Crore
- Khurram Shahzad Pakistan Fast Bowler Rs. 2.70 Crore
- Aamir Jamal Pakistan Fast Bowler Rs. 1.90 Crore
- Abdul Samad Pakistan Batter Rs. 2.80 Crore
- Ali Raza Pakistan Fast Bowler Rs. 1.96 Crore
- Nahid Rana Bangladesh Fast Bowler Rs. 60 Lacs
- Khalid Usman Pakistan All-rounder Rs. 60 Lacs
- Abdul Subhan Pakistan Bowler Rs. 62.5 Lacs
- Mirza Tahir Baig Pakistan Batter Rs. 60 Lacs
What Mills Brings to Zalmi
Experience in PSL Conditions
Mills has played 30 PSL matches across multiple seasons and franchises. This experience in Pakistani conditions is invaluable . He knows the pitches, the crowds, and the pressure of the league. He has represented Quetta Gladiators, Peshawar Zalmi (PSL 3), and Islamabad United (last two seasons) .
Genuine Pace and Variations
As an express left-arm pacer, Mills brings genuine speed to the attack. His ability to bowl at 145+ kph and execute yorkers at the death makes him a valuable asset in T20 cricket . He also has variations like slower balls and cutters that work well on Pakistani pitches.
Previous Zalmi Connection
Mills played for Zalmi in PSL 3, taking seven wickets in five matches at an economy of 7.21 . Coming back to a franchise he knows should help him settle quickly and perform from the start of the tournament.
Partnership with Other Pacers
Mills joins a pace attack that already includes Aamir Jamal and Khurram Shahzad . This combination gives captain Babar Azam genuine variety – right-arm, left-arm, pace, and movement – across all phases of the innings.
Zalmi’s Performance in Previous Season
In the last edition of the tournament (PSL 10), Peshawar Zalmi had a disappointing campaign . In 10 matches, they registered only four victories and faced six defeats, ending in fifth position on the points table . For PSL 11, the franchise is clearly aiming to improve and challenge for their second title, having won their first and only championship in 2017 .
Analysis by Best Pak Mag
Peshawar Zalmi have assembled one of the most balanced squads for PSL 11, and the signing of Tymal Mills adds genuine pace firepower to their already impressive attack. The left-arm pacer’s previous experience with the franchise in PSL 3, where he claimed seven wickets in five matches at an economy of 7.21, will serve him well as he returns to familiar surroundings .
Mills’ T20 credentials speak for themselves – 37 wickets in 30 PSL matches at an economy of 8.41, plus over 300 T20 wickets overall . His ability to bowl consistently at high speeds and deliver in pressure situations makes him a valuable asset for the 2017 champions.
The timing of this signing is strategic. With PSL 11 just weeks away, Zalmi have now completed their squad and can focus on team combinations and match preparation . The blend of experience – Babar Azam’s leadership, James Vince’s elegance, and now Mills’ pace – combined with young talent like Sufiyan Muqeem and Ali Raza, gives the Yellow Storm the perfect balance.
Mills is also currently in good form. In his most recent SA20 appearance for Pretoria Capitals, he registered figures of 2 for 17 against Joburg Super Kings, finishing as the most economical bowler with an economy rate of just 4.25 runs per over and bowling 15 dot balls – more than any bowler in that match .
PSL 11 runs from March 26 to May 3, 2026. Zalmi will hope Mills stays fit and delivers with the ball throughout the tournament. If he can replicate his best form, he could be the X-factor that propels Zalmi to their second PSL title.
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