The Islamabad United team of PSL 2026 is confirmed now with a combination of a blend of experienced local players, international superstars, and rising talents. The management of the team has paid attention to balance of the line-up, which is stability, versatility and the capacity to win the match.
Full Squad Breakdown
| Player | Category | Signing Type | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadab Khan | Platinum | Retention | 7 crore. |
| Salman Irshad | Gold | Retention | 1.2 crore. |
| Andries Gous | Silver | Retention | 1.4 crore. |
| Devon Conway | Direct Signing | Direct Signing | 6.3 crore. |
| Faheem Ashraf | Auction | Auction | 8.50 crore. |
| Mehran Mumtaz | Auction | Auction | 1.20 crore. |
| Max Bryant | Auction | Auction | 1.95 crore. |
| Mark Chapman | Auction | Auction | 7 crore. |
| Mohammad Wasim Jr. | Auction | Auction | 4.1 crore. |
| Mir Hamza Sajjad | Auction | Auction | 0.70 crore |
| Sameer Minhas | Auction | Auction | 1.90 crore. |
| Sameen Gul | Auction | Auction | 0.60 crore. |
| Shamar Joseph | Auction | Auction | 1.10 crore. |
| Imad Wasim | Auction | Auction | 2.20 crore. |
| Richard Gleeson | Auction | Auction | 1.10 crore. |
Team Insights
- Experienced players such as Shadab Khan and Salman Irshad are the Platinum & Gold players who provide the leadership and stability.
- Silver and Retention players like Andries Gous are stable and add depth to the team.
- Direct Signing Devon Conway adds up to the top order with international experience.
- With Faheem Ashraf, Mark Chapman and Mohammad Wasim Jr. among others signing their auctions, the team becomes balanced in terms of batting, bowling and all round skills.
Outlook
The Islamabad United 2026 team is balanced with both a blend of experienced sixth and an international star and upcoming talent. Their strengths include:
- A solid backbone of seasoned players which creates stability and leadership.
- Professional bowlers and all-rounders to fit in different match conditions.
- Emerging players can get an opportunity to make a difference and experience.
Despite the potential competitiveness of the team with other star-studded teams, Islamabad United is deep, balanced, and versatile enough to compete during PSL 2026 and deliver fans with thrilling games and performances of the key.