The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has achieved another milestone, with the auction for two new teams scheduled for January 6, 2026, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Friday.
According to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), only technically qualified bidders will be allowed to take part in the auction.
The Pakistan Super League has already issued a list of six cities for new PSL franchises, which also include Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Sialkot, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit.
Pakistan Super League, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salman Naseer said that Pakistan Super League is becoming as best T-20 international contest.
Earlier, on November 20, 2025, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decided on the two new teams and their cities that will make their debut in the upcoming PSL edition.
The PCB has identified Gilgit and Faisalabad as the leading candidates for the expansion slots. Gilgit, representing Pakistan’s northern region, and Faisalabad, a powerhouse cricketing hub long overdue for PSL representation, are now expected to become part of the league’s next chapter.
The final decision signals a clear intent to widen the league’s geographic footprint and provide new regions with a platform in mainstream franchise cricket.
The PCB has already completed the independent valuation process for existing PSL teams and commercial properties, a crucial step before introducing new franchises into the ecosystem.
With financial assessments finalized, the board is preparing for one of the largest structural transitions in PSL history.
Reporter: Rozina Ali