Peshawar Zalmi won the PSL 11 final against Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets on May 3, 2026, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This victory marked a significant milestone for captain Babar Azam, who secured his first major T20 trophy after a nine-year wait for the franchise.
Peshawar Zalmi achieved the target of 130 runs in the 16th over. Aaron Hardie played a crucial role, taking four wickets and scoring an unbeaten 56 runs. His performance made him the first player to accomplish both feats in a PSL final.
Hyderabad Kingsmen, playing their first PSL final as a debutant team, struggled with their batting. Seven out of eleven Kingsmen batters did not score in double figures during the match. Saim Ayub was the standout performer for them, scoring 54 runs.
Peshawar Zalmi had eight victories and only one loss throughout the tournament before reaching the final. Their previous PSL title came in 2017. This latest win ended a long wait for their fans and players alike.
Mohammad Ali also contributed significantly to Hyderabad Kingsmen’s efforts, taking three wickets in the match. Despite this, their performance was not enough to secure victory.
Fans celebrated Peshawar Zalmi’s triumph with excitement. One fan stated, “What a match: Fans hail thrilling PSL 11 final as Zalmi end nine-year wait.” Ataullah Tarar praised it as a great game of cricket.
Looking ahead, Babar Azam will likely focus on building a stronger team for future tournaments. The experience gained from this season will be invaluable as they aim to defend their title.