The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season brings another high-stakes battle as Islamabad United (ISU) take on Peshawar Zalmi (PSZ) in Match 7. Scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, this match is a battle of equals. While Babar Azam’s Peshawar Zalmi enters the contest with momentum following a record-breaking chase of 218 runs, Shadab Khan’s Islamabad United will be desperate to bounce back after a disappointing loss in their opening fixture. Fans can expect a thrilling contest as these two former champions vie for supremacy in the points table.
ISU vs PSZ PSL 2026 Match 7: Match Details And All You Need to Know
| Match | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi, Match 7 |
| Date | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST / 7:00 PM Local |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Live Streaming | Tapmad, Tamasha, and Myco (Not available in India) |
ISU vs PSZ Pitch Report: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
The surface at the Gaddafi Stadium has been a true “batter’s paradise” this season. Out of the six matches played here so far in PSL 2026, almost all have seen scores exceeding 170. The track offers consistent bounce and pace, allowing batters to play through the line with confidence. While pacers might find some assistance with the new ball under lights, the dew factor in the second innings typically makes chasing the preferred option. An average first innings score of 180+ is expected, and the team winning the toss is likely to bowl first to take advantage of the skidding ball later in the evening.
ISU vs PSZ: Predicted Playing XIs – Match 7
Islamabad United (ISU): Sameer Minhas, Andries Gous (WK), Devon Conway, Shadab Khan (C), Mark Chapman, Faheem Ashraf, Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Richard Gleeson, Salman Mirza, Salman Irshad.
Peshawar Zalmi (PSZ): Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Haris, Aaron Hardie, Kusal Mendis (WK), Farhan Yousaf, Michael Bracewell, Aamer Jamal, Abdul Samad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Shoriful Islam, Shahnawaz Dahani.
ISU vs PSZ Dream11: Expert Fantasy XI
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Wicket-keepers: Devon Conway, Mohammad Haris, Kusal Mendis
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Batters: Babar Azam (VC), Mark Chapman, Abdul Samad
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All-rounders: Shadab Khan (C), Michael Bracewell, Imad Wasim, Aaron Hardie
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Bowlers: Salman Irshad, Sufiyan Muqeem
ISU vs PSZ Prediction
Given the current form and the batting-friendly conditions in Lahore, Peshawar Zalmi start as the favourites for this encounter. Their ability to chase down massive totals gives them a psychological edge on a flat track like Gaddafi Stadium.
However, Islamabad United has a deep batting lineup and versatile all-rounders like Shadab Khan and Imad Wasim who can turn the game in an over. If United’s bowlers can restrict Zalmi’s top order early, they could pull off an upset, but the sheer power of Babar Azam’s side makes them the team to beat today.
Also Read – PSL 2026: Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi Predicted XI, Full Squad, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head
