Dhaka, Bangladesh — The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025–26 players’ auction, held on Sunday, saw a strong performance from Pakistani cricketers, with three notable rising stars securing contracts to feature in the upcoming season. Fast bowler Ihsanullah, middle-order batter Haider Ali, and all-rounder Jahandad Khan were the three key Pakistani players successfully signed by franchises during the bidding war.
The successful acquisition of these players underscores the growing demand for Pakistan’s dynamic T20 talent in global franchise leagues.
The Three Auction Picks
| Player | Role | Team | Price (USD) | Significance |
| Ihsanullah | Fast Bowler | Noakhali Express | $28,000 | Highest bid for a Pakistani player in the auction, known for his raw pace. |
| Haider Ali | Middle-Order Batter | Noakhali Express | $20,000 | Experienced international player, adds firepower to the batting unit. |
| Jahandad Khan | All-rounder | Rajshahi Warriors | $20,000 | Emerging talent, provides balance with his all-round capabilities. |
Ihsanullah, the promising speedster, was the highest-bid Pakistani player on the day, snapped up by Noakhali Express for USD 28,000. His inclusion is expected to significantly boost the Express’s bowling attack with his ability to generate serious pace.
Experienced middle-order batter Haider Ali was also secured by Noakhali Express for USD 20,000. Haider, who has represented Pakistan in 37 international matches, brings valuable experience and the ability to accelerate the innings in the middle-overs.
Rounding out the auction signings, all-rounder Jahandad Khan was picked by Rajshahi Warriors for USD 20,000. Khan, who recently made his T20I debut for Pakistan, is a handy acquisition, capable of contributing with both bat and ball.
A Strong Pakistani Contingent
These three auction picks join a substantial group of Pakistani players who had already been secured through direct pre-auction signings by various franchises. This list includes:
- Saim Ayub (Opener) – Sylhet Titans
- Mohammad Amir (Pacer) – Sylhet Titans
- Abrar Ahmed (Mystery Spinner) – Chattogram Royals
- Usman Khan (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – Dhaka Capitals
- Khawaja Nafay (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – Rangpur Riders
- Sahibzada Farhan (Opener) – Rajshahi Warriors
- Mohammad Nawaz (All-rounder) – Rajshahi Warriors
The widespread recruitment of Pakistani talent highlights their popularity and perceived value in the shortest format of the game, setting the stage for an exciting BPL 2025–26 season.
The Bangladesh Premier League 2025-26 season is scheduled to run from mid-December to mid-January, featuring a condensed format with five participating teams.
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