The Pakistan Supe transparency, and provide players with greater earning opportunities, according to an official statement.
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Under the ner League (PSL) has announced major structural reforms ahead of its 11th edition, including a shift from the traditional player draft system to a full player auction. The move aims to enhance competitive balance, increasew system, each franchise may retain a maximum of four players, limited to one player per category, while the rules regarding mentors, brand ambassadors, and the right-to-match option have been abolished. Newly inducted teams can select and retain four players from the available pool prior to the auction, while every franchise is allowed one direct signing of a foreign player who did not feature in the previous edition.
NEW ERA. NEW RULEBOOK.
The HBL Pakistan Super League is entering a new chapter with HBL PSL 11 shifting to a
⚜️ Player Auction Model ⚜️
A revamped retention system and Faisalabad added as an additional venue 🏟️
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— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) January 19, 2026
The league has also increased the player salary purse to USD 1.6 million per franchise, highlighting its commitment to rewarding talent and attracting top domestic and international cricketers. PSL officials described these changes as part of the league’s “strategic trajectory and evolution,” aimed at promoting cricketing excellence and fan engagement across Pakistan.
PSL 11 is scheduled to begin on March 26, 2026, with Faisalabad added as an additional venue, marking the city’s return to hosting league matches and expanding the PSL’s national footprint. Further details regarding the player auction process, schedule, and operational guidelines are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
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The reforms are expected to inject fresh excitement into the league, giving franchises greater flexibility in building competitive squads while enhancing opportunities for players, both domestic and foreign, to showcase their skills on a prominent platform.