The Rawalpindiz team is set to make its second appearance in PSL 12 (2027), building on a debut season that saw them finish in eighth place. The franchise, owned by Walee Technologies (led by Ahsan Tahir), represents a complete rebranding of the former Multan Sultans and was acquired for a record PKR 2.45 billion. Rawalpindiz has begun shaping its squad for PSL 2027, with several key players from the inaugural season expected to return.
Rawalpindiz Squad 2027 (Expected)
Mohammad Rizwan, Zaman Khan, Sam Billings, Yasir Khan, Naseem Shah, Kamran Ghulam, and Shahzaib Khan.
Rawalpindi Pindiz PSL 2027 Auction
The 2027 season follows the same auction-based squad-building model introduced in 2026, the first time the PSL moved away from the traditional draft system. Under the league’s auction framework, players acquired or retained ahead of the 2026 season were handed two-year contracts covering both the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Franchises are permitted to retain up to seven players for PSL 12 before released players return to the auction pool.
Rawalpindiz made a major statement in the inaugural auction by securing the most expensive player of the night, Naseem Shah, for PKR 8.65 crore. They also broke records by signing New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell for PKR 8.05 crore, signaling their intent to dominate the league from their very first season. Those investments are expected to carry forward into 2027.
| Player Name | Category / Type |
|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan (Local) | Retained / Platinum (PKR 5.6 crore) |
| Naseem Shah (Local) | Auction / Platinum (PKR 8.65 crore) |
| Daryl Mitchell (Foreign) | Auction / Platinum (PKR 8.05 crore) |
| Mohammad Amir (Local) | Auction / Platinum (PKR 5.4 crore) |
| Sam Billings (Foreign) | Retained / Diamond (PKR 3.08 crore) |
| Rishad Hossain (Foreign) | Auction / Diamond (PKR 3.0 crore) |
| Asif Afridi (Local) | Auction / Gold (PKR 2.4 crore) |
| Zaman Khan (Local) | Retained / Gold (PKR 1.12 crore) |
| Laurie Evans (Foreign) | Auction / Silver (PKR 1.1 crore) |
| Amad Butt (Local) | Auction / Silver (PKR 80 lakh) |
| Abdullah Fazal (Local) | Auction / Silver (PKR 67.5 lakh) |
| Kamran Ghulam (Local) | Auction / Silver (PKR 65 lakh) |
| Shahzaib Khan (Local) | Auction / Emerging (PKR 60 lakh) |
| Mohammad Amir Khan (Local) | Auction / Emerging (PKR 60 lakh) |
| Fawad Ali (Local) | Auction / Emerging (PKR 60 lakh) |
| Yasir Khan (Local) | Retained / Emerging (PKR 60 lakh) |
| Dian Forrester (Foreign) | Auction / Silver (PKR 60 lakh) |
A major storyline heading into PSL 2027 is the status of fast bowler Mohammad Amir. Amir was purchased by Rawalpindiz for PKR 5.4 crore in the 2026 auction, but he obtained British citizenship in June 2026. This means he is set to be registered as an overseas player for PSL 2027 rather than a local one.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has not yet publicly clarified whether Rawalpindiz can retain Amir under his existing contract while changing his classification. The franchise may need to use one of its overseas slots, renegotiate his deal, or release him entirely. This could significantly affect Rawalpindiz’s recruitment strategy and team combination for the upcoming season.
About Rawalpindiz Team
The Rawalpindi Pindiz have officially arrived as the most expensive franchise in Pakistan Super League (PSL) history after being acquired for a record PKR 2.45 billion. Replacing the former Multan Sultans identity, the Pindiz made their debut in PSL 11 (2026) with a high-energy brand that reflects the “street-smart” culture of Rawalpindi.
The franchise is owned by Walee Technologies, a Pakistani AdTech firm, with Ahsan Tahir serving as owner and CEO. Inzamam-ul-Haq serves as President of Cricket Affairs, with Sohail Tanvir as bowling coach. Rashid Latif is the Director of Player Pathway and Game Development, and Harris Jalil Mir is the General Manager.