The Islamabad United squad for the PSL 2026 season (PSL 11) has been finalized following the league’s historic first-ever player auction. Moving away from the traditional draft system, the franchise focused on maintaining its core while adding significant international firepower.
Islamabad United Squad For PSL 2026
Shadab Khan (c), Chris Green, Devon Conway, Faheem Ashraf, Mark Chapman, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Imad Wasim, Sameer Minhas, Haider Ali, Andries Gous, Nisar Ahmed, Mohammad Faiq, Mohsin Riaz, Salman Mirza, Mehran Mumtaz, Max Bryant, Richard Gleeson, Mohammad Hasnain, Mir Hamza Sajjad, Sameen Gul, Dipendra Singh Airee.
Islamabad United PSL 2026 Auction
Islamabad United made headlines at the Expo Centre in Lahore by securing Faheem Ashraf for a staggering PKR 8.5 crore, making him one of the most expensive players in the auction’s history.
They also won a high-stakes bidding war for the Under-19 sensation Sameer Minhas, signing him for PKR 1.9 crore. Another notable move was picking up veteran Imad Wasim from the unsold list for PKR 2.2 crore after he initially failed to find a buyer in the opening round.
| Player Name | Category / Acquisition Type (Price in PKR) |
| Shadab Khan (Local) | Retained – Platinum (7.00 Crore) |
| Devon Conway (Foreign) | Direct Signing (6.30 Crore) |
| Faheem Ashraf (Local) | Auction Pick (8.50 Crore) |
| Mark Chapman (Foreign) | Auction Pick (7.00 Crore) |
| Mohammad Wasim Jr (Local) | Auction Pick (4.10 Crore) |
| Imad Wasim (Local) | Auction – Unsold List (2.20 Crore) |
| Sameer Minhas (Local) | Auction – Emerging (1.90 Crore) |
| Haider Ali (Local) | Auction Pick (1.50 Crore) |
| Andries Gous (Foreign) | Retained – Silver (1.40 Crore) |
| Salman Irshad (Local) | Retained – Gold (1.20 Crore) |
| Mehran Mumtaz (Local) | Auction Pick (1.20 Crore) |
| Richard Gleeson (Foreign) | Auction Pick (1.10 Crore) |
| Max Bryant (Foreign) | Auction Pick (1.90 Crore) |
| Mohammad Hasnain (Local) | Auction Pick (77.5 Lakh) |
| Mir Hamza Sajjad (Local) | Auction Pick (70 Lakh) |
| Sameen Gul (Local) | Auction Pick (60 Lakh) |
| Dipendra Singh Airee (Foreign) | Auction Pick (60 Lakh) |
Below are the detailed squad and players list of the HBL PSL – Pakistan Super League previous editions:
About Islamabad United Team
Islamabad United is among the most successful teams in the PSL as IU was the first team ever to win two PSL championships, making them the best franchise in the Pakistan Super League.
The Islamabad United represents the Rawalpindi-Islamabad area with Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium as the home ground for PSL matches. Islamabad United is the first-ever champion of the opening season of PSL, beating Quetta Gladiators in the final under the captaincy of Misbah-ul-Haq. After coming back stronger, the team clinched its second PSL title in 2018, demonstrating not only a well-balanced team but also excellent tactics.
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Leonine Global Sports owns Islamabad United. The sports arm of Leonine Global Investments is led by siblings Ali Naqvi and Amna Naqvi. They bought the franchise in December 2015 for US$15 million over ten years.
In November 2025, they renewed the rights for 2026–2035. Under the new deal, they pay an annual fee of Rs. 480 million. The owners focus on building a winning culture with top talent and smart strategies. No major ownership changes have occurred since the start.
The franchise holds solid value in the PSL market. Recent valuations estimate the net worth at around PKR 860 million (about US$3 million). The growth reflects their success, fan base, and smart business moves. Islamabad United continues to invest in youth and global stars.