Lahore, 11 February 2026: Karachi Kings made significant additions to their squad at the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 Player Auction, signing Australian star David Warner, Pakistan T20I captain Salman Ali Agha, and explosive wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan.
David Warner returns to Karachi Kings for PKR 7.9 crore after captaining the side in HBL PSL 10. The dynamic left-hander was one of the teamβs standout performers, scoring 368 runs in 11 innings at an impressive average of 33.45 and a strike rate of 153.97.
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Karachi’s favorite, David Warner, has returned to the #KingsSquad, ready to knock the opposition over π pic.twitter.com/1FwzIsXjCl
β Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) February 11, 2026
Power-hitter Azam Khan was secured for PKR 3.25 crore. Azam began his PSL career with Quetta Gladiators before representing Islamabad United, featuring in 61 matches overall. He has accumulated 1,206 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 143.40. Behind the stumps, Azam has taken 27 catches and completed seven stumpings, adding further depth to Karachi Kingsβ wicketkeeping options.
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Welcome to the #KingsSquad, Azam Khan! πβ€ pic.twitter.com/7ySwbSt5HA
β Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) February 11, 2026
Pakistan T20I captain Salman Ali Agha was bought for PKR 5.85 crore. Currently leading the national side in the ICC Menβs T20 World Cup 2026, Salman brings valuable experience, having previously represented Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United in the PSL. He has scored 730 runs in 36 matches and also contributed with four wickets.
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Joining the #KingsSquad, Pakistan’s classy all-rounder, Salman Ali Agha, is all set to dominate both ends πβ€
Karachi, let the fireworks begin π pic.twitter.com/zk6hbkpPTN
β Karachi Kings (@KarachiKingsARY) February 11, 2026
Earlier, ahead of the PSL 11 Player Auction, Karachi Kings retained a strong core by securing Hasan Ali (Platinum), Mohammad Abbas Afridi (Diamond), Khushdil Shah (Gold), and Saad Baig (Emerging). The franchise also strengthened its lineup with the direct signing of England all-rounder Moeen Ali.