The 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) is set to be a historic edition as it introduces an auction-based model for team assembly, replacing the previous draft system. This shift has led to stricter retention rules, allowing each team to retain only four players across different categories. According to ProPakistani, Lahore Qalandars, the defending champions, have retained Shaheen Shah Afridi in the Platinum category for Rs. 7 crore, Abdullah Shafique in Diamond for Rs. 2.2 crore, Sikandar Raza in Gold for Rs. 2.8 crore, and Muhammad Naeem in Silver for Rs. 70 lac. The Qalandars' strategy reflects their focus on maintaining a strong core team as they prepare for the auction on February 11.
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Lahore Qalandars Retain Players for PSL 11 Auction
PSL 2026 shifts to an auction model, limiting team retentions. Lahore Qalandars retain key players, while Multan Sultans enter with full funds. Auction on Feb 11; league runs Mar 26-May 3.
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