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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is all set for a surprising change ahead of the 12th season, as one of its popular franchises, Quetta Gladiators, is reportedly facing an uncertain future. The team is said to be up for sale because of financial problems, and discussions over its future have already started.
The Quetta Gladiators franchise has been an important part of the tournament, but its financial situation could now lead to a major change in ownership ahead of PSL 2027.
Quetta Gladiators could get new owner before PSL 2027
According to reports, Quetta Gladiators owner Nadeem Omer is in talks with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) regarding the possible sale of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise. The discussions are currently underway, and a final decision is expected soon.
However, there has been no official confirmation from the PCB or the franchise so far. Now, it remains to see whether Quetta Gladiators continue with the same ownership or welcome a new owner before Pakistan Super League 2027.
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🚨 PSL 12 | QUETTA GLADIATORS UPDATE! - Quetta Gladiators are reportedly up for sale ahead of the 12th edition of the PSL due to financial issues. - Nadeem Omer, the owner of Quetta Gladiators, is having talks with the PCB, with a final decision expected soon. Via: Mian Ahmad https://t.co/VYsWYHFxPR
— Rayham. (@RayhamUnplugged) November 12, 2026
This report is quite surprising for the fans, as Quetta Gladiators had already signed a big deal with the PCB in November 2025. They had signed a fresh 10-year agreement for the 2026–2035 period. Following a valuation by Ernst & Young, the franchise's annual fee was fixed at PKR 340–360 million, with its estimated market value standing at around PKR 690 million.
The franchise has also been looking to grow beyond Pakistan. Last month, the team owner, Nadeem Omer, bought a team in the Italia T10 League and launched it as the Rome Gladiators. So, the concerns around the financial issues are somewhat indigestible.
Pakistan Super League teams get November 23 deadline for direct player signings
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Super League opened the direct signings window on October 23, and it will remain open until November 23, and each franchise can sign one marquee player who did not feature in the 10th and 11th editions of the tournament.
All eight franchises can now sign players ahead of the PSL 2027 auction, which will take place on January 23. Pakistan Super League 2027 will be held from March 18 to May 2, 2027, with 44 matches scheduled across 46 days at five to six venues.
The PCB will also organize a cricketing workshop next week to discuss player retentions, trades, auction rules, and playing conditions. Meanwhile, the National T20 Gold and Silver tournaments will help identify talented domestic players and give them a chance to enter the PSL auction.
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PSL 2027 to clash with IPL for third consecutive season
Well, the Pakistan Super League will clash with the Indian Premier League for the third year in a row in 2027. The PSL is scheduled from March 18 to May 2, while the IPL is currently listed between March 10 and May 15, although the final schedule is yet to be announced by the BCCI.
The IPL and PSL also ran during the same window in 2025 and 2026. This overlap means both tournaments will once again compete for players, viewers, broadcast attention, and commercial interest, with the IPL enjoying a much bigger global reach.
