The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released the official rules and financial guidelines for the two new franchises joining the 2026 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 11). The upcoming auction on January 8 has attracted interest from investors in Pakistan, the UK, the US, and other countries.
According to the regulations, franchise owners cannot sell or transfer their teams for the first three years. Transfers are allowed only from the fourth year onward, subject to PCB approval and a 10% transfer fee based on the annual franchise cost.
A structured financial model has also been introduced for the new teams. Similar to existing franchises, the new teams will receive up to 95% of central pool revenue. For PSL 11 onwards, the seventh and eighth teams are guaranteed a minimum of Rs. 85 crore for the next five editions, with PCB covering any shortfall.
Teams may include a city name in their title, but must obtain PCB approval. Using names or suffixes of existing franchises, such as Qalandars, Kings, United, Zalmi, Gladiators, or Sultans, is prohibited. Team logos must also be approved by PCB, and commercial logos are not allowed. Bidders must submit their proposed team name and logo with technical proposals. Central pool revenue will be equally shared among all franchises.
From PSL 11 to PSL 20, each team is guaranteed a minimum share of central pool earnings, along with revenue from sponsorships, ticket sales, and commercial activities. After deductions for taxes, production, and licensing, franchises retain 95% of media rights revenue and 85% of central licensing income.
The PSL Governing Council has the authority to adjust revenue shares for specific tournaments, while the PCB will finalize franchise revenue percentages after the 20th edition.
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