USA Players in PSL 2026: List of Registered & Sold Players

The participation of international cricketers has always been an important element of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). With the league expanding to eight franchises in PSL 2026, more overseas players registered for the draft, including several cricketers representing the United States national cricket team.

A total of 18 USA-based players registered for the PSL 2026 draft, hoping to secure contracts with franchises like Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, and Peshawar Zalmi.

However, the competition remained intense. Only three USA players were successfully picked in PSL 2026, while the rest remained unsold after the auction process.

How Many USA Players Registered for PSL 2026?

In the PSL 2026 player registration window, 18 players associated with USA cricket entered the draft. These players represented different roles including batters, bowlers, wicketkeeper batters, and all-rounders. Their base prices ranged between PKR 6,000,000 and PKR 22,000,000, depending on their experience and playing role.

Several of these players already had exposure in global leagues such as Major League Cricket and international tournaments involving the United States national team. Despite strong registrations, the PSL franchises selected only a few names during the auction.

List of USA Players Registered for PSL 2026 Draft

The following USA-associated players registered themselves for the PSL 2026 draft:

Sr.	Player	Role	Batting Style	Bowling Style	Base Price
1	Yasir Muhammad	Bowler	Left Hand Bat	Right-Arm Legspin	22,000,000
2	Andries Gous	Wicketkeeper Batter	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Offspin	11,000,000
3	Hassan Khan	All Rounder	Right Hand Bat	Slow Left-Arm Orthodox	11,000,000
4	Shadley Van Schalkwyk	All Rounder	Left Hand Bat	Right-Arm Medium	11,000,000
5	Ali Khan	Bowler	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Fast	6,000,000
6	Ali Sheikh	All Rounder	Left Hand Bat	Slow Left-Arm Orthodox	6,000,000
7	Ehsan Adil	Bowler	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Medium Fast	6,000,000
8	Hammad Azam	All Rounder	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Medium	6,000,000
9	Heath Richards	Batter	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Medium	6,000,000
10	Mohammad Mohsin	All Rounder	Left Hand Bat	Right-Arm Legspin	6,000,000
11	Nitish Kumar	All Rounder	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Offspin	6,000,000
12	Nosthush Kenjige	Bowler	Right Hand Bat	Slow Left-Arm Orthodox	6,000,000
13	Rushil Ugarkar	Bowler	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Fast	6,000,000
14	Saif Badar	All Rounder	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Legspin	6,000,000
15	Saiteja Mukkamalla	Batter	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Offspin	6,000,000
16	Shayan Jahangir	Wicketkeeper Batter	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Medium Fast	6,000,000
17	Shubham Ranjane	All Rounder	Right Hand Bat	Right-Arm Medium Fast	6,000,000
18	Steven Taylor	All Rounder	Left Hand Bat	Right-Arm Offspin	6,000,000

Most of these players are regular performers in USA domestic cricket and international fixtures. Many also participate in franchise leagues around the world.

USA Players Sold in PSL 2026

Although 18 USA players registered, only three players secured PSL contracts. These players managed to impress franchises with their recent performances and skill sets.

Andries Gous

Andries Gous became one of the notable USA-associated players in PSL 2026. The wicketkeeper-batter was retained by Islamabad United, showing the franchise’s confidence in his ability as a top-order batter and reliable wicketkeeper.

Gous brings experience from international cricket and franchise tournaments. His aggressive batting style suits the fast-paced format of the Pakistan Super League.

Hammad Azam

Hammad Azam also secured a contract in PSL 2026 for Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen.  The all-rounder offers valuable balance with his right-hand batting and medium-pace bowling. Teams often look for such versatile players who can contribute in multiple departments during T20 matches.

Shayan Jahangir

Another player who made it to the league was Shayan Jahangir. He also secured a contract in PSL 2026 for Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen. 

The wicketkeeper-batter impressed franchises with his batting abilities and wicketkeeping skills. His inclusion reflects the growing recognition of players connected to the USA cricket system.

Why Many USA Players Went Unsold in PSL 2026 ?

Despite the growing popularity of cricket in the United States, many registered players remained unsold during the PSL 2026 auction. Several factors may explain this outcome.

First, PSL franchises already had a strong pool of international players from cricket-dominant nations such as Australia, England, and West Indies. Second, scheduling conflicts with tournaments like Major League Cricket may influence franchise decisions.

Finally, teams often prioritize players with extensive international T20 experience. Even so, the registration of 18 USA-associated players highlights the expanding reach of cricket in the United States.

Growth of USA Cricket in Franchise Leagues

Cricket has been growing rapidly in the United States over the past few years. Leagues such as Major League Cricket and international participation by the United States national team have improved exposure for American-based players.

As the sport continues to expand, more USA players may appear in global tournaments like the Pakistan Super League, The Hundred, or other franchise competitions. PSL 2026 already shows early signs of this trend with three USA-associated players joining the tournament.

Conclusion

The PSL 2026 draft saw 18 USA-based players registering for the tournament, reflecting the rising interest of American-associated cricketers in international franchise leagues. However, only three players were selected by PSL franchises:

• Andries Gous (retained by Islamabad United)
• Hammad Azam
• Shayan Jahangir

While most players remained unsold, their participation in the draft indicates the growing global footprint of USA cricket. As cricket continues to expand in North America, future PSL editions may witness even greater representation from players linked with the United States.

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