The excitement is building ahead of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 franchise auction, with all of ten bidders now confirmed for the historic expansion.
The auction, set to take place on 8 January 2026 at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, will see the PSL grow from six to eight teams.
The list of qualified bidders includes some familiar names as well as new entrants, adding to the anticipation around the league’s 11th edition.
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Inverex became the first confirmed bidder, officially taking Bidder 1 spot in the auction.
Following Inverex, the OZ Group of Companies was announced as Bidder 2, while VGO TEL Mobile secured the third position, marking their official entry into the bidding race.
The league’s excitement continued to rise as Jazz was confirmed as Bidder 4, bringing strong corporate backing to the tournament.
DSM joined as Bidder 5, further intensifying the competition ahead of the auction.
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Another notable addition is i2c, confirmed as a qualified bidder, adding even more strength to the pool of potential franchise owners.
The last four qualified bidders are Prism Estate & Builders, Walee, Aim Next, and FKS.
With the auction drawing near, cricket fans are eagerly watching which of these bidders will secure a home city from the PCB-approved list, which includes Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Sialkot, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit.
Each successful bidder will play a key role in shaping the next chapter of PSL history as the league prepares for its landmark 11th edition, scheduled from 26 March to 3 May 2026.
The confirmed bidders bring a mix of experience, corporate strength, and cricketing insight, promising an exciting and competitive auction.
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As the countdown continues, fans are left wondering who will make the final winning bids and which cities will host the new franchises.
