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February 4, 2026

Babar Azam Retained As Zalmi Lock PKR 70M Deal For PSL 11

Babar Azam Retained As Zalmi Lock PKR 70M Deal For PSL 11

Peshawar Zalmi showed no hesitation in retaining star batter Babar Azam. The franchise confirmed Babar Azam’s retention price at PKR 70 million, keeping their captain in the Platinum bracket.

The call signals trust, stability, and a familiar face to build around as the league shifts into new territory. The announcement landed through official PSL channels and quickly set the tone.

With Babar secured, Zalmi’s spending has reached PKR 162.4 million. The rest of the squad slots will now be shaped at auction, where every bid will be weighed against that early commitment.

The Peshawar Zalmi PSL 11 strategy is already visible. Keep the star player safe.

This season brings the league’s first full auction format, replacing the long-running draft system. Some teams kept options open. Zalmi did not.

By anchoring their plans around Babar, Peshawar Zalmi PSL 11 begins with clarity. The auction is next, and their key player retention is already out.