PSL Introduces Player Auction for the First Time in League History, marking a major shift from the traditional draft-based recruitment model. The PCB approved the change ahead of PSL 11, making this the first player auction to form squads. This landmark step ahead of PSL 11 aims to reshape how players are valued and how franchises approach squad building.
The PSL Governing Council held a high-level meeting at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore to finalize the auction format. Sialkot, Hyderabad, and other team owners discussed pay, talent access, and retention rules. The auction is expected to increase competition for top players while providing fair chances for emerging talent.
The draft picks players in order, while the auction makes selection competitive and transparent. Experts believe this transition will increase the commercial value of teams and encourage strategic spending on star players. Some sources said officials considered a hybrid ‘drauction’ system but chose a full auction instead.
The upcoming PSL 11 season, beginning March 26, will showcase this first-time player auction. Teams will need to carefully plan budgets, balance local and international talent, and navigate player payments. Fans and analysts are eager to see how this new approach impacts the league’s competitiveness and excitement. This shift marks a new era in PSL player selection and could set a benchmark for future seasons.
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