Kamran Akmal slams PSL 2026 over Umar Akmal omission

Kamran Akmal slams PSL 2026 over Umar Akmal omission

Pakistani cricketers Kamran and Umar Akmal, during a 2014 T20 World Cup match against Australia.

Umar Akmal in the 2014 T20 World Cup group match.

February, 13 2026

Web Desk: Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal has expressed frustration over PSL 2026 after his brother Umar Akmal’s surprising exclusion from the player auction list.

Kamran Akmal, speaking on X, said the decision was “unfair” and left fans shocked. Despite Umar Akmal’s official registration and strong domestic T20 record, 1029 runs in 41 PSL matches at a strike rate of 144,32, his name was missing from the auction.

The former wicketkeeper-batsman tagged PCB and PSL officials in his post and demanded clarity, adding the hashtag #JusticeforUmarAkmal. He questioned how such a player with proven performance could be overlooked.

Fans and cricket analysts have joined the debate online, sharing disappointment and calling for transparency in PSL 2026 selections. Many see this as a major oversight that could affect the credibility of the league.

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Kamran Akmal also highlighted Umar’s experience and consistency, stressing that T20 veterans like him deserve proper consideration. The situation has ignited discussions on fairness, player rights, and the PSL 2026 selection process.