List of Overseas Players Available for PSL 11
After the IPL 2026 mini auction, a large number of top international cricketers remained unsold, making them available for the Pakistan Super League Season 11. This has opened a major opportunity for PSL franchises to strengthen their squads with high quality overseas talent.
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Several well-known players from Australia, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and South Africa are currently available during the IPL window. Among the notable names is Australia’s Jake Fraser McGurk, a powerful opening batter known for his aggressive T20 style. While his consistency has been questioned, his match winning potential is well established in the format.
List of Overseas Players
Other prominent players who went unsold include Devon Conway, Jonny Bairstow, Jamie Smith, Gus Atkinson, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and fast bowler Jofra Archer, whose availability will depend on his fitness. Archer remains one of the most impactful pace bowlers in world cricket when fully fit.
| Country | Players |
|---|---|
| Australia |
Jake Fraser McGurk, Spencer Johnson, Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Steve Smith, Will Sutherland |
| England |
Jonny Bairstow, Jamie Smith, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Richard Gleeson, Dan Lawrence, Tymal Mills, Tom Curran |
| New Zealand |
Devon Conway, Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, William O’Rourke |
| Sri Lanka |
Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana |
| South Africa |
Wiaan Mulder, Rilee Rossouw, Tabraiz Shamsi |
| Bangladesh | Taskin Ahmed |
The list of available players also features Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Spencer Johnson, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Sean Abbott, Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, Wiaan Mulder, Taskin Ahmed, Richard Gleeson, Dan Lawrence, Rilee Rossouw, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen ul Haq, Ashton Agar, Tymal Mills, Tabraiz Shamsi, Will Sutherland, Tom Curran, William O’Rourke and Steve Smith.
Steve Smith’s availability stands out as a major attraction. His inclusion in PSL would not only boost the league’s profile but also provide young local players with valuable learning opportunities through shared dressing room experience.
PSL franchises and the PCB now have the responsibility to approach these players and negotiate suitable deals. The inclusion of such experienced international cricketers could raise the overall standard of PSL 11, improve fan interest, increase stadium attendance and significantly boost television viewership.
With many high profile players available, PSL 11 has the potential to become stronger and more competitive than previous seasons if franchises act decisively.
