The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 is set to begin its 11th season with several new changes, including the introduction of two new teams and a fresh auction system. As the league prepares for another exciting season, the full list of umpires and match officials for PSL 2026 has been announced.
The tournament will feature a strong panel of international and domestic officials responsible for maintaining fair play and smooth match operations across the competition.
PSL 2026 will run from March 26 to April 26, with matches played in Karachi and Lahore before the knockout stage begins.
PSL 2026 Tournament Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
| Season | 11th edition |
| Number of Teams | 8 |
| League Dates | March 26 – April 26, 2026 |
| Qualifier | April 28, Karachi |
| Eliminator 1 | April 29, Lahore |
| Eliminator 2 | May 1 |
| Final | May 3 |
| Venues | National Stadium Karachi, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore |
This season is notable because the PSL has shifted from the traditional player draft system to an auction format for the first time.
ICC Elite Panel Umpires for PSL 2026
Several experienced umpires from the ICC Elite Panel will officiate matches during the tournament.
| Name | Country |
|---|---|
| Ahsan Raza | Pakistan |
| Chris Gaffaney | New Zealand |
| Allahudien Paleker | South Africa |
| Alex Wharf | England |
These umpires bring international experience and have officiated in major global tournaments.
Overseas Umpires in PSL 2026
Alongside the elite panel, the PSL has included additional overseas officials.
| Name | Country |
|---|---|
| Sharfuddoula Saikat | Bangladesh |
| Chris Brown | New Zealand |
Their presence adds further international representation to the officiating panel.
Domestic Umpires for PSL 2026
A large group of domestic umpires will also be part of the officiating team throughout the tournament.
| Domestic Umpires |
|---|
| Asif Yaqoob |
| Rashid Riaz |
| Faisal Khan Aafreedi |
| Nasir Hussain |
| Zulfiqar Jan |
| Abdul Muqeet |
| Alay Haider |
| Imran Jawed |
| Tariq Rasheed |
These officials play a key role in managing matches alongside the international umpires.
PSL 2026 Match Referees
The PSL has also appointed a panel of experienced match referees who will supervise match conduct and ensure regulations are followed.
| Name | Country |
|---|---|
| Richie Richardson | West Indies |
| Roshan Mahanama | Sri Lanka |
| Ali Naqvi | Pakistan |
| Kamran Chaudhary | Pakistan |
| Bilal Khilji | Pakistan |
| Aleem Moosa | Pakistan |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | Pakistan |
| Sohail Idrees | Pakistan |
Match referees are responsible for overseeing disciplinary matters and ensuring the competition runs according to official regulations.
PSL 2026 Teams and Expansion
The 2026 season introduces two new teams, expanding the competition to eight franchises.
| New Teams |
|---|
| Hyderabad Kingsmen |
| Rawalpindiz |
This expansion is expected to make the league more competitive and increase the number of matches.
PSL Champions So Far
Several teams have won the PSL title since the tournament began.
| Team | Titles |
|---|---|
| Islamabad United | 3 |
| Lahore Qalandars | 3 |
| Multan Sultans | 1 |
| Peshawar Zalmi | 1 |
| Quetta Gladiators | 1 |
| Karachi Kings | 1 |
Defending champions Lahore Qalandars will aim to add another trophy to their record in PSL 2026.
Strong Officiating Panel for PSL 2026
With a mix of ICC Elite Panel umpires, overseas officials and experienced domestic referees, PSL 2026 will have a solid officiating structure throughout the tournament.
As the league expands to eight teams and introduces the auction system, the experienced panel of match officials will play an important role in ensuring fair decisions and smooth matches during the season.
