PSL 2026 Auction Overview
The PSL 2026 auction marked a historic moment for the Pakistan Super League as it introduced the tournament’s first ever player auction on February 11.
A total of 38 overseas cricketers were sold, while several high profile international stars surprisingly went unsold.
The biggest overseas signing was Daryl Mitchell, who joined Rawalpindi for PKR 8.05 crore. He was followed by David Warner and Mark Chapman among the most expensive foreign picks.
PSL 2026 Auction : Most Expensive Overseas Signings
Here are the top overseas buys:
Daryl Mitchell – PKR 8.05 crore (Rawalpindi)
David Warner – PKR 7.9 crore (Karachi Kings)
Mark Chapman – PKR 7 crore (Islamabad United)
Rilee Rossouw – PKR 5.5 crore (Quetta Gladiators)
Adam Zampa – PKR 4.5 crore (Karachi Kings)
These signings reflect aggressive overseas recruitment strategies by franchises ahead of PSL 11.
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PSL 2026 Auction : Associate Nation Players Sold
Five players from Associate nations secured contracts:
- Muhammad Waseem – UAE
- Dipendra Singh Airee – Nepal
- Shayan Jahangir – USA
- Hassan Khan – USA
- Khuzaima Bin Tanveer – UAE
All three USA based players were picked by Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen.
This highlights PSL’s growing global reach beyond traditional cricketing nations.
Full List of Overseas Players Sold
Notable overseas players sold include:
- Ashton Turner – Sialkot Stallionz
- Michael Bracewell – Peshawar Zalmi
- Kusal Mendis – Peshawar Zalmi
- Tom Curran – Quetta Gladiators
- James Vince – Peshawar Zalmi
- Josh Philippe – Sialkot Stallionz
- Tabraiz Shamsi – Sialkot Stallionz
- Johnson Charles – Karachi Kings
- Shamar Joseph – Islamabad United
- Gudakesh Motie – Lahore Qalandars
- Dasun Shanaka – Lahore Qalandars
A total of 38 overseas players secured contracts across franchises.
Overseas Players Who Went Unsold
Several high profile names surprisingly went unsold:
- Colin Munro
- Chris Jordan
- Shakib Al Hasan
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Alzarri Joseph
- David Willey
- Imran Tahir
- Keshav Maharaj
- Tom Latham
The list also included dozens of international players from England, Australia, West Indies, Sri Lanka and Ireland.
What PSL 2026 Auction Means for the League
The transition from draft to auction signals financial growth and structural evolution for the Pakistan Super League.
Key takeaways:
- Record overseas spending
- Increased Associate nation representation
- Greater franchise flexibility
- Competitive bidding wars
With PSL expanding to eight teams, the auction system has reshaped squad building strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the most expensive overseas player in PSL 2026 auction?
Daryl Mitchell at PKR 8.05 crore.
How many overseas players were sold?
38 foreign players were bought at the auction.
Which big names went unsold?
Colin Munro, Chris Jordan, Shakib Al Hasan and Rassie van der Dussen were among notable unsold players.
Did Associate nation players get contracts?
Yes, five Associate nation players secured deals.
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