Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United, and others see key players in renewed brackets
Karachi, Pakistan – Web Desk: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially announced the renewal of player categories for the Emerging and Silver brackets ahead of the upcoming player auction. The updated lists feature young talents and key performers set to make an impact in the 2026 season.
In the Silver category, Islamabad United has included Mohammad Faiq and Hunain Shah, while Peshawar Zalmi lists Arif Yaqoob and Mehran Mumtaz. Karachi Kings’ Mirza Mamoon Imtiaz, Quetta Gladiators’ Ali Majid, and Lahore Qalandars’ Muhammad Akhlaq, Muhammad Naeem, and Muhammad Aazib also feature in this category.
Multan Sultans’ Silver category entries include Yasir Khan, Aamir Barki, Muhammad Junaid, Muhammad Altaf, Ali Imran, Jahanzaib Sultan, and Ubaid Shah. These selections reflect the PSL’s ongoing focus on nurturing mid-tier talent capable of stepping up in high-pressure matches.
The Emerging category highlights rising stars poised to make their mark. Islamabad United’s Saad Masood, Muhammad Shehzad, and Ghazi Ghori have been listed, along with Karachi Kings’ Riazullah, Fawad Ali, and Saad Baig. Lahore Qalandars’ Momin Qamar, Peshawar Zalmi’s Abdullah Fazal, Ali Raza, and Maaz Sadaqat are also included.
Quetta Gladiators’ Emerging bracket sees the inclusion of Mohammad Zeeshan and Shamyl Hussain, while Multan Sultans have Shahid Aziz and Muhammad Zulkifal in the list. These players represent the PSL’s commitment to giving young, talented cricketers a platform to showcase their skills at the national level.
The PSL player auction, scheduled to take place soon, will provide franchises an opportunity to secure their squad members across various categories. The renewal of these brackets ensures a balanced distribution of experienced and emerging talent across all teams, maintaining the league’s competitive edge.
Franchises are expected to strategize carefully, considering both performance statistics and potential growth, as the Emerging and Silver categories often serve as pipelines for future stars of Pakistani cricket. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see which teams successfully draft these players and how they influence the upcoming season.
