The newly formed Rawalpindi franchise has finalized its squad for Pakistan Super League Season 11 (2026) after completing both the retention phase and the player auction.
Earlier, the Multan franchise ownership changed hands in November, with Walt Technologies securing the rights for approximately Rs. 245 crore annually. Following the acquisition, the new owners announced plans to operate under the Rawalpindi identity. However, the official team name has not yet been formally registered. Reports suggest possible names like Rawalpindi Express or Pindi Boys.
Rawalpindi Team Retentions – PSL 2026
Before entering the auction, the franchise confirmed its key retentions. Mohammad Rizwan is expected to lead the side as captain for PSL 11.
🔹 Retained Players
| Category | Player Name | Salary (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum | Mohammad Rizwan | 5.60 Crore |
| Diamond | Sam Billings | 3.08 Crore |
| Gold | Zaman Khan | 1.12 Crore |
| Silver | Yasir Khan | 60 Lakh |
These retentions formed the core structure before entering the auction phase.
PSL 2026 Auction Purse Details
Each franchise was allocated a total purse of Rs. 45 crore, including retention costs. Rawalpindi management strategically used the remaining budget to strengthen both bowling and all-round depth.
Rawalpindi Squad – PSL 2026 Complete Player List
After the auction, the Rawalpindi squad now includes a balanced mix of international stars and local emerging talent.
🔹 Confirmed Squad With Category & Price
| Player Name | Category | Price (PKR) | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan | Platinum | 5.60 Crore | Pakistan |
| Naseem Shah | Platinum | 8.65 Crore | Pakistan |
| Daryl Mitchell | Platinum | 8.05 Crore | New Zealand |
| Mohammad Amir | Platinum | 5.40 Crore | Pakistan |
| Sam Billings | Diamond | 3.08 Crore | England |
| Rishad Hossain | Gold | 3.00 Crore | Bangladesh |
| Zaman Khan | Gold | 1.12 Crore | Pakistan |
| Yasir Khan | Silver | 60 Lakh | Pakistan |
| Amad Butt | Emerging | 80 Lakh | Pakistan |
| Abdullah Fazal | Emerging | 67.5 Lakh | Pakistan |
Squad Analysis – Strength & Balance
Rawalpindi’s squad appears bowling-heavy with:
- Naseem Shah
- Mohammad Amir
- Zaman Khan
The batting lineup is anchored by:
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Daryl Mitchell
- Sam Billings
The inclusion of emerging players suggests long-term planning beyond PSL 11.
What This Means for PSL 11
Rawalpindi enters PSL 2026 as one of the most talked-about franchises due to:
- Ownership change
- Strong platinum signings
- Experienced international additions
If leadership and team chemistry align, this squad has the potential to be a serious playoff contender.
