From Naseem Shah to Daryl Mitchell: A Look at the Most Expensive Players of PSL 11
2026-02-11 - 19:06
ISLAMABAD – Top players joined the elite eight crore club as PSL 11 was about to be most thrilling season yet. From seasoned stars to rising talents, the race for the top players promised drama, surprises, and cricket at its fiercest. Pakistan Super League (PSL) shook cricketing world in 2026 with its first-ever player auction, replacing long-standing draft system. Franchises went all out, locking horns in a fierce bidding war for top talent, as record-breaking deals and shocking signings set the stage for a blockbuster 11th season. This year, the league features eight franchises, five returning sides, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators, joined by three newcomers, Sialkot Stallionz, Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen, and a Rawalpindi-based team yet to be named. PSL 11 Players Auction Player New Team Previous Team Base Price Sold For Naseem Shah Rawalpindi Islamabad United 4.2Crore 8.65Crore Faheem Ashraf Islamabad United Quetta Gladiators 4.2Crore 8.5Crore Daryl Mitchell Rawalpindi Daryl Mitchell 4.2Crore 8.05Crore Fakhar Zaman Lahore Qalandars Lahore Qalandars 4.2Crore 7.95Crore David Warner Karachi Kings Karachi Kings 4.2Crore 7.9Crore Haris Rauf Lahore Qalandars Lahore Qalandars 4.2Crore 7.6Crore Mark Chapman Islamabad United Islamabad United 4.2Crore 7Crore Khawaja Nafay Quetta Gladiators Quetta Gladiators 1.1Crore 6.5Crore Salman Ali Agha Karachi Kings Islamabad United 4.2Crore 5.85Crore Sahibzada Farhan Sialkot Stallionz Islamabad United 4.2Crore 5.7Crore Ahead of the auction, each franchise could retain up to four players. Squads must now include 16–20 players, with 5–7 overseas stars and at least two uncapped U23 players, one of whom must play in every match. All contracts were signed for two years, locking in talent through to the next mega auction before PSL 2027. The auction got off to a sensational start when Faheem Ashraf became the first player sold, fetching a staggering PKR 8.5 crore for Islamabad United. However, Naseem Shah stole the spotlight, becoming the most expensive player at PKR 8.65 crore, while Daryl Mitchell also joined the elite 8-crore club with a 8.05 crore deal. The auction revealed both shockers and sensational deals. Established stars like David Warner, Fakhar Zaman, and Haris Rauf commanded huge bids, while rising talents such as Khawaja Nafay and Sahibzada Farhan proved they are ready to make a mark, attracting impressive sums. With these blockbuster signings, PSL 2026 promises electrifying cricket, star-studded squads, and intense rivalries. Fans can look forward to high-octane matches as teams transform their auction strategies into on-field fireworks. PSL 11 Players Auction LIVE Updates