Babar Azam Tops Star-Studded ILT20 2026 Auction Featuring 17 Pakistani Players

The International League T20 (ILT20) Season 5 auction, scheduled on October 1 in Dubai, will feature 200 players from 23 countries, including top internationals like Babar Azam, Faf du Plessis, Liam Livingstone, and Wanindu Hasaranga. The tournament runs from November 22 to December 20 in the UAE, with 17 Pakistani players registered, including Fakhar Zaman, Naseem Shah, and Shadab Khan. Indian player Murugan Ashwin is the sole representative from India due to restrictions on active Indian players participating in overseas leagues. Franchises start with a USD 1.3 million purse, with MI Emirates having the largest budget. Squad rules include a mix of ICC Full Member and Associate nation players, emphasizing regional representation.