PSL 2026: Peshawar Zalmi will take on Karachi Kings in Match 17 of PSL 2026 at the National Stadium in Karachi on April 9, with the action starting at 7:30 PM IST.
As the league stage moves forward, both teams will be eager to grab important points and improve their position on the table, making this clash an important one.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi –Â Rivalry and Head-to-Head Record
This fixture has always been competitive, and history adds an extra edge to it. Peshawar Zalmi have had the upper hand so far, winning 15 out of 23 matches, while Karachi Kings have won 8.
Interestingly, there hasn’t been a tied game between the two sides, which shows how decisive their encounters have been. Zalmi will look to continue their dominance, while Karachi will aim to close the gap.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi –Â Karachi Kings in Top Form
Karachi Kings have been one of the standout teams this season. They have won all three of their matches and are currently placed second on the points table with 6 points and a Net Run Rate of +0.486.
Captain David Warner has been leading from the front, while Mir Hamza has done a great job with the ball. Salman Ali Agha has added stability in the middle order, and Adam Zampa has strengthened the spin attack.
With both batting and bowling working well, Karachi will look to continue their unbeaten run.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi –Â Peshawar Zalmi Eye Another Win
Peshawar Zalmi have had a steady start to their campaign. They are currently fifth on the table with 3 points and a Net Run Rate of +0.674 from two matches.
Babar Azam will once again be key with the bat, while Mohammad Haris brings attacking intent at the top. Aamer Jamal adds balance as an all-rounder, and Shoriful Islam provides pace options.
Zalmi will be aiming for a solid all-round performance to pick up another important win.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, PSL 2026 – Match Details
- Match: Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi
- Date: April 9, 2026
- Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, PSL 2026 – Pitch Report
The National Stadium in Karachi is known for its short side boundaries, which often lead to plenty of big hits. Batters are likely to enjoy these conditions.
There could be some help for spinners as the game progresses, but overall, the pitch tends to favour batting.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi – Head-to-Head Record
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 23 |
| Won by KAR | 8 |
| Won by PES | 15 |
| Tied | – |
| First-Ever Fixture | February 11, 2016 |
| Most-Recent Fixture | May 17, 2025 |
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, PSL 2026: Predicted Playing XIs
Karachi Kings:Â Muhammad Waseem, David Warner (C), Salman Agha, Azam Khan (WK), Khushdil Shah, Moeen Ali, Abbas Afridi, Saad Baig, Hasan Ali, Adam Zampa, Mir Hamza
Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Haris, Kusal Mendis (WK), Aaron Hardie, Farhan Yousaf, Michael Bracewell, Abdul Samad, Aamer Jamal, Sufiyan Muqeem, Shoriful Islam, Ali Raza
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, PSL 2026: Full Squads
Karachi Kings: David Warner (c), Hasan Ali, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Khushdil Shah, Saad Baig, Moeen Ali, Azam Khan, Haroon Arshad, Salman Ali Agha, Shahid Aziz, Mir Hamza, Adam Zampa, Mohammad Hamza Sohail, Aqib Ilyas, Khuzaima Bin
Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (c), Sufyan Moqim, Abdul Samad, Ali Raza, Aaron Hardie, Aamir Jamal, Khurram Shahzad, Khalid Usman, Mohammad Haris, Abdul Subhan, James Vince, Michael Bracewell, Kusal Mendis, Iftikhar Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Mirza Tahir Baig, Kashif Ali, Shahnawaz Dahani, Farhan Yousuf, Shoriful Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Brian Bennett, Tanveer, Reeza Hendricks, Muhammad Waseem, Ihsanullah, Rizwanullah
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