The 41st match of HBL PSL Season 11 brings a high-voltage clash between Islamabad United and Peshawar Zalmi at the iconic National Stadium Karachi. With playoffs pressure already at its peak, this Qualifier match is set to decide who directly books a place in the Final and who gets another chance through Eliminator 2.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi |
| Match Number | 41st Match – PSL 11 |
| Stage | Qualifier |
| Date | 28 April 2026 |
| Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Time | 7:00 PM (PST) |
Islamabad United Squad
| # | Player Name | Role |
| 1 | Shadab Khan (c) | Allrounder |
| 2 | Dipendra Singh Airee | Middle-Order Batter |
| 3 | Mark Chapman | Allrounder |
| 4 | Devon Conway | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 5 | Faheem Ashraf | Bowling Allrounder |
| 6 | Richard Gleeson | Bowler |
| 7 | Andries Gous | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 8 | Chris Green | Bowling Allrounder |
| 9 | Haider Ali | Middle-Order Batter |
| 10 | Hamza Sajjad | Bowler |
| 11 | Imad Wasim | Allrounder |
| 12 | Mehran Mumtaz | Bowler |
| 13 | Mohammad Faiq | Top-Order Batter |
| 14 | Mohammad Hasnain | Bowler |
| 15 | Mohsin Riaz | Batter |
| 16 | Nisar Ahmad | Bowling Allrounder |
| 17 | Salman Irshad | Bowler |
| 18 | Salman Mirza | Bowler |
| 19 | Sameen Gul | Bowler |
| 20 | Sameer Minhas | Opening Batter |
Peshawar Zalmi Squad
| # | Player Name | Role |
| 1 | Babar Azam (c) | Batter |
| 2 | Aamer Jamal | Allrounder |
| 3 | Abdul Samad | Middle-Order Batter |
| 4 | Abdul Subhan | Bowler |
| 5 | Ali Raza | Bowler |
| 6 | Brian Bennett | Allrounder |
| 7 | Michael Bracewell | Batting Allrounder |
| 8 | Farhan Yousaf | Middle-Order Batter |
| 9 | Aaron Hardie | Allrounder |
| 10 | Iftikhar Ahmed | Middle-Order Batter |
| 11 | Kashif Ali | Bowler |
| 12 | Khalid Usman | Bowling Allrounder |
| 13 | Khurram Shahzad | Bowler |
| 14 | Kusal Mendis | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 15 | Mohammad Basit | Batter |
| 16 | Mohammad Basit Ali | Batter |
| 17 | Mohammad Haris | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 18 | Nahid Rana | Bowler |
| 19 | Shahnawaz Dahani | Bowler |
| 20 | Shoriful Islam | Bowler |
| 21 | Sufiyan Muqeem | Bowler |
| 22 | Tanzid Hasan | Opening Batter |
Captains Information
- Islamabad United Captain: Shadab Khan
A dynamic all-rounder known for his aggressive leadership, sharp leg-spin, and ability to control pressure situations in big matches. - Peshawar Zalmi Captain: Babar Azam
One of the most consistent batters in world cricket, Babar brings calm leadership, elite batting technique, and match-winning stability at the top order.
Key Players to Watch
Islamabad United
Sameer Minhas
A rising star who has been in excellent touch this season. He has played fearless cricket in the middle order, often accelerating the innings when the team needs momentum.
Devon Conway
A technically strong batter who anchors the innings beautifully. Conway has been reliable at the top, providing stability and building partnerships under pressure.
Shadab Khan
The heartbeat of Islamabad United. Shadab contributes with both bat and ball and has been crucial in breaking partnerships during middle overs with his clever spin bowling.
Imad Wasim
A calm and experienced all-rounder who controls the game’s tempo. His ability to restrict runs in middle overs and contribute useful lower-order runs makes him very valuable.
Peshawar Zalmi
Babar Azam
In sensational form this season, Babar has been scoring runs consistently with remarkable timing and control. His ability to anchor innings and play long knocks makes him the biggest threat for Islamabad.
Kusal Mendis
An explosive batter who has added serious firepower to Zalmi’s top order. His aggressive intent and high strike rate make him dangerous in powerplay overs.
Sufiyan Muqeem
One of the standout bowlers of the season. He has been taking crucial wickets in the middle overs with his smart variations and tight control.
Iftikhar Ahmed
A reliable all-round option who can change the game quickly. Whether it’s finishing innings with power hitting or picking key wickets, he brings balance to the team.
Head to Head Record
| Matches Played | Islamabad United Wins | Peshawar Zalmi Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 13 | 13 | 1 |
The head-to-head record is evenly balanced, reflecting a highly competitive rivalry between both sides, but based on current form, Peshawar Zalmi appears to be the more stable and stronger team heading into this clash.
Current Form & Match Outlook
- Peshawar Zalmi has looked more dominant recently, mainly due to Babar Azam’s outstanding batting form and strong bowling performances from Sufiyan Muqeem.
- Islamabad United, however, has a more balanced unit with multiple all-rounders who can change the game at any stage.
Form Analysis
- Zalmi: Strong top order, consistent run scoring and overall bowling unit is doing well
- Islamabad: Better bowling depth + all-round strength
Match Prediction
Considering current form, batting consistency, and impact performances, Peshawar Zalmi slightly edges ahead in winning chances. If Babar Azam continues his form and the bowlers support well in middle overs, Zalmi has a strong chance to win this Qualifier.
However, Islamabad United’s all-round depth means they are never out of the contest especially in pressure playoff games.
Predicted outcome: Peshawar Zalmi Will win with the barest of margin (close contest expected)
Qualifier Match Scenario
This is a Qualifier match, meaning:
- Winner will Directly qualifies for the PSL 11 Final.
- Loser will not eliminated instead they will get another chance in Eliminator 2, where they will face the winner of Eliminator 1 (Hyderabad vs Multan) for a place in the Final.
