The Pakistan Super League is making history as it prepares for its 11th edition with a major expansion under PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. For the first time the league will feature eight franchise teams highlighting the PSL’s growth as a premier T20 tournament with increasing global appeal.
Two new franchises based in Hyderabad and Sialkot were added through a competitive auction bringing fresh investment and expanding the league’s footprint into new regions. The addition of these teams is expected to boost revenue attract more talent and engage fans across Pakistan like never before.
Under Naqvi’s leadership the expansion is not just about numbers; it reflects a strategic push for long-term sustainability professionalism and greater commercial credibility. The live auction drew significant interest from both local and international investors underscoring confidence in the PSL as a world-class sporting brand.
With more teams competing there will also be additional opportunities for players including overseas talent while fans can look forward to more high-quality cricket action. The 2026 season is scheduled to run from March to May promising an exciting new format and intensified competition.
Officials say this milestone cements the PSL’s position as one of the leading T20 leagues globally showcasing Pakistan’s ability to host a professional competitive and commercially successful tournament. PSL 11 could very well be remembered as the season that transformed the league into a truly world-class cricketing spectacle.
