Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq experienced a difficult moment during the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) auction. His son, Faham-ul-Haq, remained unsold while Misbah-ul-Haq sat on the Peshawar Zalmi selection panel.
Faham-ul-Haq, a left-handed batting all-rounder in his early 20s, entered the auction with a base price of 60 lakhs. He has been active in Pakistan’s domestic cricket circuit. He scored fifties in the President’s Trophy Grade-II. He also appeared in first-class matches. Despite these performances, no franchise placed a bid for him.
After the auction, Misbah-ul-Haq spoke about the emotional challenge. He said it was a moment where he had to stay quiet and composed. He admitted it is very hard for a parent to watch such situations unfold.
However, Misbah-ul-Haq emphasized that team selections must be based on merit. He said performance should always come first. He made it clear that he did not try to influence the process. He wanted to avoid any perception of favoritism.
He added that players earn opportunities through consistent results. According to him, success feels more meaningful when achieved on merit. His comments reflected a professional and neutral stance.
Faham-ul-Haq’s cricket journey has previously attracted public debate. In April 2025, his participation in the President’s Trophy Grade-II tournament raised eligibility questions. Some critics also pointed to Misbah-ul-Haq’s past role in domestic cricket administration. They questioned whether influence played a part in earlier selections.
The PSL 11 auction took place on February 11 in Lahore. It was a historic event for the league. This season marked the first player auction format. The league also expanded to eight teams. New franchises Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen and Sialkot Stallionz joined the competition.
Misbah-ul-Haq’s decision not to bid for his son sparked strong reactions online. Many praised his professionalism. They described the moment as an example of merit over nepotism. Others argued that Faham’s current performances may not yet justify a PSL contract.
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The episode highlights the balance between personal emotions and professional responsibility in modern cricket.
