Lahore, Pakistan – Web Desk: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 player draft concluded successfully, marking a historic event in the league’s history. The auction, held at Lahore Expo Center, saw all eight PSL franchises assemble full squads, selecting a total of 141 players, including 103 through the auction process.
The highest-paid Pakistani player of the draft was Naseem Shah, acquired by Rawalpindi for PKR 8.65 crore, while his teammate Daryl Mitchell became the most expensive foreign player, bought for PKR 8.05 crore. Each team finalized a 16–20 member squad, including a mix of direct signings and auction picks.
Notable direct signings included Maron Lubochen for Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen at PKR 5.88 crore, Devon Conway for Islamabad United at PKR 6.3 crore, Aaron Hardie for Peshawar Zalmi at PKR 6.3 crore, Moeen Ali for Karachi Kings at PKR 6.44 crore, Mustafizur Rahman for Lahore Qalandars at PKR 6.44 crore, Spencer Johnson for Quetta Gladiators at PKR 5.6 crore, and Steve Smith for Sialkot Stallions at PKR 14 crore, making him the most expensive player in PSL history.
Auction highlights included Rawalpindi signing Mohammad Aamer for PKR 5.4 crore, Islamabad United acquiring Faheem Ashraf for PKR 8.5 crore, and Lahore Qalandars securing Haris Rauf for PKR 7.6 crore. Teams retained key players in various categories, including Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, and Emerging.
The PSL 11 draft also underscored the growing importance of foreign talent, with teams investing heavily in international stars alongside local players. Analysts note that the high bids reflect the league’s increasing commercial value and competitive nature.
With squads finalized, PSL 11 is set to feature a blend of experienced internationals and emerging talent, promising an exciting season for fans. Full squad lists reveal careful balancing of star power and strategic selections to enhance team performance across all eight franchises.
