The stage is set for the grand finale of the PSL 2026 as Peshawar Zalmi (PSZ) takes on the tournament’s surprise package, Hyderabad Kingsmen (HHK), on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Peshawar Zalmi enters the final as the most dominant force of the season, having finished at the top of the table and dismantled Islamabad United by 70 runs in the Qualifier. On the other hand, Hyderabad Kingsmen have completed a “Cinderella run,” coming from fourth place to win back-to-back eliminators, including a thrilling 2-run victory over Islamabad in Eliminator 2. This final at the Gaddafi Stadium promises a clash between Zalmi’s seasoned consistency and the Kingsmen’s high-stakes momentum.Â
PSL 2026 Final Match Details
| Match | Peshawar Zalmi vs Hyderabad Kingsmen, Final (PSL 11) |
| Date | Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Time (IST) | 8:30 PM IST (8:00 PM Local) |
PSL 2026 Final: Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium has been a relentless runs factory during the 2026 season, with an average first-innings score of around 188. For the final, a fresh deck is expected to offer true bounce and a lightning-fast outfield, making it a dream for stroke-makers. While pacers might find a hint of swing with the new ball under the lights, the dry Lahore heat suggests that spinners will play a massive role in the middle overs. Scoreboard pressure is vital in a final, so anything above 195 will be a psychological mountain to climb for the chasing side.
PSZ vs HHK Probable Playing XI
Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Haris (WK), Kusal Mendis, Farhan Yousaf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Abdul Samad, Khurram Shahzad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Basit.
Hyderabad Kingsmen: Saim Ayub, Maaz Sadaqat, Marnus Labuschagne (C), Usman Khan (WK), Kusal Perera, Glenn Maxwell, Hassan Khan, Irfan Khan Niazi, Hunain Shah, Mohammad Ali, Akif Javed.
Peshawar Zalmi vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Dream11 Prediction
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Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Usman Khan
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Batters: Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub (VC), Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammad Haris
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All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed
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Bowlers: Sufiyan Muqeem, Hunain Shah
PSZ vs HHK Dream11: Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
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Captain (Babar Azam): The Zalmi skipper is closing in on 600 runs this season. His unmatched consistency and big-game temperament make him the definitive captaincy choice for the grand finale.
- Vice-Captain (Saim Ayub): The Kingsmen opener has been their spark plug. His ability to provide explosive starts and pick up key wickets with his off-spin makes him a high-value vice-captaincy pick for fantasy teams.
