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Last updated on - March 23, 2026, 6:59 PM IST
By
Sruti Thakur
The Pakistan Cricket Board is all set to kick off the new season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) on March 26.
The 11th edition of PSL 2026 will feature eight teams instead of the usual six, with a total of 44 matches scheduled, including the final.
Rising security concerns in Pakistan have raised serious doubts over the safety of overseas players. In response, Cricket Australia has advised its players who were set to take part in PSL 2026 to avoid traveling to the country.
Zimbabwe's tall fast bowler, Blessing Muzarabani, who was bought by PSL franchise Islamabad United has pulled out of PSL 2026 to join Kolkata Knight Riders as Mustafizur Rahman's replacement. Muzarabani has been signed by KKR for Rs 75 lakh just days before the tournament's start.
Sri Lankas's star all-rounder Dasun Shanaka is also set to feature in IPL 2026, joining Rajasthan Royals as a replacement for Sam Curran. Shanaka was earlier acquired by PSL franchise Lahore Qalandars after going unsold at the IPL mini-auction, but he has now opted to play in the IPL instead.
Australia's Spencer Johnson, who was expected to represent Quetta Gladiators in the 11th edition of the PSL, has also pulled out of the tournament, citing personal reasons.
West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie has also pulled out of PSL 2026 after leaving India last week following the T20 World Cup amid rising tensions in the Middle East, with reports suggesting he could instead take part in the upcoming IPL season.
England's Tymal Mills officially withdrew from the Peshawar Zalmi squad for the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL), citing family commitments
England's white-ball captain Harry Brook, who was approached by Lahore Qalandars, also turned down the offer to feature in the league.
No Afghanistan players will feature in PSL 2026, as Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Sediqullah Atal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz have all withdrawn or declined to participate despite initial interest
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