The PSL 2026 auction has kicked off with drama, tension, and jaw-dropping bids that have left fans glued to their screens. Franchises are fighting tooth and nail for big names, and the latest auction highlight has already stolen the spotlight.
Sri Lankan star Kusal Mendis became the centerpiece of a massive bidding war between Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators. In a shocking twist, Peshawar Zalmi clinched him for a whopping 4.2 crore PKR, an unexpected price that has left cricket fans stunned. Both teams battled fiercely, with incremental bids keeping everyone on edge, as each side tried to secure the elegant batter known for his explosive stroke play and match-winning T20 performances.
This deal signals Peshawar Zalmi’s intent to dominate the batting lineup in PSL 2026. Mendis’s ability to turn games on his own makes this acquisition a statement, and one of the most talked-about moments of the auction so far. With such jaw-dropping deals happening early, fans are eagerly waiting to see what other surprises the PSL 2026 auction has in store.
