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The Local Players Category Renewal for the PSL 11 has been officially announced by the PCB. A total of 89 local cricketers have had their categories updated ahead of the first ever player auction<\/a> scheduled for February 11, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the latest list, five players have received major promotions to the elite Platinum category following their impressive performances in recent domestic and international matches. Each franchise can now retain a maximum of four players from this list, with a strict limit of one player per category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local Players Category Renewal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Local Players Category Renewal process is a key step in the lead-up to the new season, determining the base value and draft status of the nation’s top talent. The PCB has assigned these 89 players across five distinct categories: Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, and Emerging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Check:<\/strong> PSL Auction Rules<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Players<\/th>Category<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Babar Azam<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Shaheen Shah Afridi<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Rizwan<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Fakhar Zaman<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Shadab Khan<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Saim Ayub<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Naseem Shah<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Haris Rauf<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Imad Wasim<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Faheem Ashraf<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Amir<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Salman Ali Agha<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Hasan Ali<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Nawaz<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Abrar Ahmed<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Sahibzada Farhan<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Wasim Jr<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Sufyan Moqim<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Salman Mirza<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Abbas Afridi<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Shan Masood<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Abdullah Shafique<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Usama Mir<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Iftikhar Ahmed<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Usman Khan<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Saud Shakeel<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Usman Tariq<\/td>Diamond<\/td><\/tr>
Azam Khan<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Haider Ali<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Salman Irshad<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Rumman Raees<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Khushdil Shah<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Aamir Jamal<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Irfan Khan<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Mir Hamza<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Zahid Mehmood<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Omair Bin Yousuf<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Shahnawaz Dahani<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Arafat Minhas<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Zaman Khan<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Jahandad Khan<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Asif Afridi<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Asif Ali<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Kamran Ghulam<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Hasnain<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Faisal Akram<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Akif Javed<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Tayyab Tahir<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Haris<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Ali<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Abdul Samad<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Hussain Talat<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Ahmed Daniyal<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Ihsanullah<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Khurram Shahzad<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Haseebullah Khan<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Khawaja Mohammad Nafay<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Hasan Nawaz<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Danish Aziz<\/td>Gold<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Faiq<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Hunain Shah<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Mirza Mamoon Imtiaz<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Muhammad Akhlaq<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Naeem<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Azab<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Yasir Khan<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Muhammad Amir Barki<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Junaid<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Humayun Altaf<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Ali Imran<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Jahanzaib Sultan<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Ubaid Shah<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Arif Yaqoob<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Mehran Mumtaz<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Ali Majid<\/td>Silver<\/td><\/tr>
Saad Masood<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Shahzad<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Ghazi Ghori<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Muhammad Riazullah<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Fawad Ali<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Saad Baig<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Momin Qamar<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Shahid Aziz<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Zulfikar<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Abdullah Fazal<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Ali Raza<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Maaz Sadaqat<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Zeeshan<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr>
Shamyl Hussain<\/td>Emerging<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The renewals highlight a significant shift in the league’s hierarchy, with 16 players now occupying the Platinum tier and 11 in the Diamond category. This comprehensive update ensures that player valuations align with their current form and standing in the cricket world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Platinum Category Promotions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Five high-impact players have been elevated to the Platinum category for the 2026 season. Sahibzada Farhan achieved a remarkable jump, moving up two tiers from the Gold category after a stellar year with the bat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joining him in the top flight are Pakistan\u2019s T20I captain Salman Ali Agha, along with Hasan Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, and Abrar Ahmed. These four stars were previously in the Diamond category and have been promoted based on their consistent contributions to their respective teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Players retained their Existing Platinum status<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Several prominent stars have successfully retained their existing Platinum status for PSL 11. These players represent the core strength of the league and continue to be the most sought-after names for the six established franchises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Players<\/th>Category<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Babar Azam<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Shaheen Shah Afridi<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Fakhar Zaman<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Shadab Khan<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Saim Ayub<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Naseem Shah<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Haris Rauf<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Imad Wasim<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Faheem Ashraf<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr>
Mohammad Amir<\/td>Platinum<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The retained Platinum group includes Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan. Other top names like Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, and Mohammad Amir also remain in the highest tier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diamond Category Players<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A total of 11 players have been assigned to the Diamond category this year. Notable movements include Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sufyan Muqeem, and Mohammad Salman Mirza, all of whom jumped up from the Gold category following strong performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other players featuring in this category include Saud Shakeel, Usman Tariq, Abdullah Shafique, Usama Mir, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Usman Khan. Karachi Kings’ duo of Abbas Afridi and Shan Masood also feature prominently in the Diamond tier for the upcoming season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gold Category<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Gold category remains the most crowded, featuring a total of 32 players across all franchises. This tier includes experienced campaigners and consistent performers like Mohammad Haris, Azam Khan, Zaman Khan, and Shahnawaz Dahani.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New additions to the Gold category include Hasan Nawaz, who moved up from the Emerging category. Franchises such as Karachi Kings have listed up to eight players in this bracket, including Aamir Jamal and Mir Hamza, reflecting the deep pool of local talent available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Silver & Emerging Categories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Silver and Emerging categories together account for 30 players, with 16 in Silver and 14 in the Emerging tier. Transitions between these groups are frequent, with players like Hunain Shah and Ubaid Shah making the move from Emerging to Silver this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Emerging category continues to be a breeding ground for future stars, featuring youngsters like Saad Baig and Momin Qamar. These categories are essential for franchises to meet their squad requirements while grooming the next generation of Pakistani cricketing talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAQ’s<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Has the local player category list for PSL 2026 been announced?<\/strong>

Yes, the PCB officially released the category renewals for 89 local players on January 28, 2026.<\/p> <\/div>

Which players were promoted to the Platinum category in 2026?<\/strong>

Salman Ali Agha, Sahibzada Farhan, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, and Abrar Ahmed were all promoted to the Platinum category.<\/p> <\/div>

How many players can a team retain before the PSL 11 auction?<\/strong>

Each franchise is allowed to retain a maximum of four players, with a limit of only one player per category.<\/p> <\/div>

When is the PSL 2026 player auction?<\/strong>

The historic first-ever HBL PSL Player Auction is scheduled to take place on February 11, 2026.<\/p> <\/div>

Which player made the biggest jump in the categories?<\/strong>

Sahibzada Farhan made the most significant move, jumping from the Gold category directly to the Platinum tier.<\/p> <\/div>

Who are the new players in the Diamond category?<\/strong>

Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sufyan Muqeem, and Mohammad Salman Mirza are the players who jumped from Gold to Diamond.<\/p> <\/div>

Is there an Emerging category in PSL 11?<\/strong>

Yes, the Emerging category remains a part of the league, featuring 14 young players eligible for retention or the auction.<\/p> <\/div>

Which team has the most Platinum players in the renewal list?<\/strong>

Islamabad United leads the renewals with six players listed in the Platinum category.<\/p> <\/div>

Can a team retain two players from the same category?<\/strong>

No, according to the new rules, retentions are limited to only one player per category for each team.<\/p> <\/div>

What is the last date for foreign player registration?<\/strong>

The PCB has extended the registration deadline for foreign players to February 3, 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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