The Peshawar Zalmi have officially confirmed their squad for Pakistan Super League Season 11 (2026). Known for their aggressive batting and loyal fan base, Zalmi once again enter the tournament with a competitive and balanced lineup.
Peshawar Zalmi New Captain 2026
Star batter Babar Azam will continue to lead Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 11. His experience, consistency, and leadership remain central to Zalmi’s strategy.
Peshawar Zalmi 2026 Retentions
Before the auction, Zalmi confirmed their key retained players.
🔹 Retained Players
| Player | Category | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam (c) | Platinum | 7.0 Crore |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | Diamond | 4.48 Crore |
| Abdul Samad | Gold | 2.8 Crore |
| Ali Raza | Emerging | 1.96 Crore |
Direct Signing
Australian all-rounder Aaron Hardie has joined Peshawar Zalmi as a direct signing ahead of PSL 2026.
Peshawar Zalmi Squad 2026 – Complete Players List
After the auction phase, the updated squad stands as follows:
| Player Name | Category | Price (PKR) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam (c) | Platinum | 7.0 Cr | Retained |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | Diamond | 4.48 Cr | Retained |
| Abdul Samad | Gold | 2.8 Cr | Retained |
| Ali Raza | Emerging | 1.96 Cr | Retained |
| Aamir Jamal | Silver | 1.7 Cr | Auction |
| Khurram Shahzad | Silver | 2.7 Cr | Auction |
| Mohammad Haris | Silver | 2.2 Cr | Auction |
| Khalid Usman | Emerging | 60 Lakh | Auction |
| Abdul Subhan | Emerging | 62.5 Lakh | Auction |
| James Vince | Gold | 2.2 Cr | Auction |
| Michael Bracewell | Platinum | 4.2 Cr | Auction |
| Kusal Mendis | Diamond | 4.2 Cr | Auction |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | Gold | 1.80 Cr | Auction |
Peshawar Zalmi PSL 11 Batting Lineup
Zalmi’s strength continues to be their top-order batting.
Key Batsmen:
- Babar Azam
- Abdul Samad
- Mohammad Haris
- James Vince
- Kusal Mendis
With Babar anchoring the innings and power hitters around him, Zalmi’s batting appears solid for PSL 2026.
Peshawar Zalmi Bowling Attack 2026
The bowling department combines youth and experience.
Fast Bowlers:
- Ali Raza
- Mohammad Ali
- Aamir Jamal
- Khurram Shahzad
Spinners:
- Sufiyan Muqeem
- Mehran Mumtaz
- Khalid Usman
Young spinner Sufiyan Muqeem is expected to play a crucial role this season.
Peshawar Zalmi All-Rounders
Zalmi’s all-round depth provides flexibility in team selection.
- Aaron Hardie
- Hussain Talat
- George Linde
- Maaz Sadaqat
Foreign Players in Peshawar Zalmi 2026
Zalmi’s overseas players include experienced international names:
| Player | Country | Category |
|---|---|---|
| James Vince | England | Gold |
| Michael Bracewell | New Zealand | Platinum |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | Diamond |
| George Linde | South Africa | Diamond |
| Tom Kohler-Cadmore | England | Platinum |
| Luke Wood | England | Gold |
| Alzarri Joseph | West Indies | Supplementary |
These players add international experience and depth to the squad.
Final Analysis
The Peshawar Zalmi squad 2026 looks balanced with strong top-order batting, developing bowling talent, and experienced overseas players. With Babar Azam leading the side, Zalmi aim to make a strong impact in PSL 11 and compete for the title.
If team combinations click early, Peshawar Zalmi could once again become one of the strongest contenders in PSL 2026.
