The IPL 2026 mini-auction, held on December 16, 2025, saw several prominent overseas players go unsold due to limited slots and franchise strategies. With the Pakistan Super League expanding to eight teams in 2026, these players now form a strong overseas pool for the PSL 11 draft, scheduled for January 13, 2026.

Apart from unsold IPL players, PSL franchises also have the option to retain foreign players from previous seasons, making squad planning even more crucial ahead of the new expanded format.

Players available for retention in PSL 2026

Below is the list of overseas players who are eligible for retention by their respective PSL franchises.

Players unsold in IPL 2026 and available for PSL 11

These players went unsold in the IPL 2026 auction and are expected to be available for the PSL draft.

Other overseas stars available for PSL 2026

These players either opted out of the IPL auction or were not registered, making them available for PSL 11.

Why these players matter for PSL 2026

For PSL franchises, unsold IPL players often provide excellent value. Many of them bring vast international experience, adaptability to subcontinental conditions, and a strong desire for consistent game time. Players like Devon Conway, Bairstow, Coetzee and Fraser-McGurk could easily become marquee picks in the PSL draft. The expansion to eight teams further increases demand for quality overseas talent, making this group particularly important for squad-building.

Franchises will confirm their retained players before the draft, after which the final overseas pool will be released by the PCB. The PSL 2026 draft, scheduled for January 13, is expected to attract significant attention given the number of high-profile names available. With many international stars free from IPL commitments, PSL 11 is shaping up to be one of the most competitive editions in the league’s history.