Islamabad United Squad at SL Draft 2025: The PSL Draft 2025 is underway, and Islamabad United, the reigning champions, are assembling a formidable squad to defend their title. Fans are eager to see the team build on its legacy of success with strategic selections in this year's draft.
With Shadab Khan as captain, Islamabad United have retained a core of key players, ensuring a strong foundation ahead of the upcoming season. This live list will be updated as the team finalizes its squad. Stay tuned for real-time updates!

| Player (Country) | Category | RTM/Wildcard | Type |
| Matthew Short (Australia) | Platinum | - | All-rounder |
| Jason Holder (West Indies) | Diamond | - | All-rounder |
| Ben Dwarshuis (Australia) | Gold | - | All-rounder |
| Salman Irshad (Pakistan) | Silver | - | Pacer |
| Mohammad Nawaz (Pakistan) | Silver | - | All-rounder |
| Andries Gous (USA) | Silver | - | Wicketkeeper |
| Saad Masood (PAK) | Emerging | - | All-Rounder |
| Hunain Shah (PAK) | Emering | - | Pacer |
| Riley Meredith (AUS) | Supplementary | - | Pacer |
| Rassie van der Dussen (SA) | Supplementary | - | Batter |
Also read: PSL Draft 2025 Live Updates: Pakistan Super League Draft Live from Lahore
Islamabad United have assembled a dynamic squad for PSL 2025, retaining key players like Shadab Khan and Naseem Shah while adding a mix of foreign stars and emerging talent to ensure depth and competitiveness.
Players Retained by Islamabad United before PSL Draft 2025
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Imad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Matthew Short, Shadab Khan, Azam Khan, Jason Holder, Salman Ali Agha, Faheem Ashraf, Benjamin Dwarshuis, Haider Ali, Qasim Akram, Rumman Raees, Shahab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Salman Irshad, Andries Gous, Hunain Shah, Shamyl Hussain, Ubaid Shah, Saad Masood, Riley Meredith (Supplementary), Rassie van der Dussen (Supplementary), Sam Billings (Supplementary)