The 2017 PSL champions, Peshawar Zalmi is one of the most popular and consistent franchises in the tournament. This team is known for their aggressive brand of cricket and boasts a strong fan following across the country. Over the years, the Peshawar-based franchise has built a reputation for producing sensational performances, reaching multiple playoffs, and even lifting the PSL title in 2017.
Peshawar Zalmi PSL 2026: Full Schedule, Squad, and Probable Playing 11

As the PSL 2026 approaches, Zalmi enter the tournament squad full of match-winners who can turn around a game in just a few overs. This team will be led by one of the best T20 batsmen in the world, Babar Azam. The franchise is set to kick off their 2026 campaign against Rawalpindi Pindiz. In this article, we have covered the complete schedule, Squad and Probable playing 11 of Peshawar Zalmi.
Peshawar Zalmi Complete Schedule PSL 2026
The Peshawar Zalmi schedule 2026 begins on March 28 at one of the best cricket stadiums in the world, Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Then they will travel to the National Stadium, Lahore, for their games, all these games will be played behind the close door for safety concerns. The league stage concludes on April 25, where they face Lahore Qalandars in their final group match.
| Match No. | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd Match | Sat, Mar 28 | Rawalpindi Pindiz | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 3:00 PM |
| 7th Match | Tue, Mar 31 | Islamabad United | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 7:30 PM |
| 15th Match | Wed, Apr 8 | Hyderabad Kingsmen | National Stadium, Karachi | 7:30 PM |
| 17th Match | Thu, Apr 9 | Karachi Kings | National Stadium, Karachi | 7:30 PM |
| 19th Match | Sat, Apr 11 | Lahore Qalandars | National Stadium, Karachi | 3:00 PM |
| 22nd Match | Mon, Apr 13 | Multan Sultans | National Stadium, Karachi | 7:30 PM |
| 23rd Match | Wed, Apr 15 | Quetta Gladiators | National Stadium, Karachi | 7:30 PM |
| 29th Match | Sun, Apr 19 | Quetta Gladiators | National Stadium, Karachi | 7:30 PM |
| 32nd Match | Wed, Apr 22 | Karachi Kings | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 3:00 PM |
| 38th Match | Sat, Apr 25 | Lahore Qalandars | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 7:30 PM |
Peshawar Zalmi Squad 2026
Abdul Samad, Babar Azam, Iftikhar Ahmed, Kusal Mendis, Mirza Baig, Mohammad Haris, James Vince, Aamer Jamal, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Khalid Usman, Abdul Subhan, Ali Raza, Kashif Ali, Khurram Shahzad, Tymal Mills, Nahid Rana, Shahnawaz Dahani, and Sufiyan Muqeem.
Peshawar Zalmi Playing 11 For 1st Match in PSL 2026 (Probable)
The squad is expected to feature a balanced mix of experience and young talent for the opening clash of PSL 2026. Babar Azam will be at the helm of the team and leading from the front. The team combines strong batting depth with versatile all-round options and quality bowling support. Below is the expected Peshawar Zalmi Playing 11 for their first match of the season.
| No. | Player Name | Role / Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Babar Azam (c) | Batter |
| 2 | Abdul Samad | Batter |
| 3 | Mirza Baig | Top-order Batter |
| 4 | James Vince | Batter |
| 5 | Mohammad Haris (wk) | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 6 | Iftikhar Ahmed | Middle-order Batter |
| 7 | Aamer Jamal | Allrounder |
| 8 | Michael Bracewell | Allrounder |
| 9 | Aaron Hardie | Allrounder |
| 10 | Tymal Mills | Bowler |
| 11 | Ali Raza | Bowler |
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Peshawar Zalmi play their 1st game in PSL 2026?
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When will Peshawar Zalmi play their 1st game in PSL 2026?
Peshawar Zalmi will play their 1st game in PSL 2026 on March 28.
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