Peshawar Zalmi will face Hyderabad Kingsmen in the PSL 2026 final on May 3, 2026, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Peshawar Zalmi aims for their second title while Hyderabad Kingsmen seeks their first in a dramatic final showdown.
Peshawar Zalmi has won nine of their eleven games this season. They have shown strong performance throughout the tournament. Babar Azam has been a key player, scoring 588 runs in ten matches. Sufiyan Muqeem has also excelled, taking 21 wickets at an average of 14.00.
Hyderabad Kingsmen started the season poorly, losing their first four matches. However, they recovered well, winning seven of their last eight games. Usman Khan has contributed significantly with 381 runs at a strike rate of 163.51.
Key statistics:
- Babar Azam: 588 runs scored
- Sufiyan Muqeem: 21 wickets taken
- Usman Khan: 381 runs scored
- Average first-innings score at Gaddafi Stadium: 185
- Peshawar Zalmi: 9 wins out of 11 games
- Hyderabad Kingsmen: 7 wins out of last 8 games
- Peshawar Zalmi won the only previous match against Hyderabad Kingsmen
The weather forecast predicts overcast skies with temperatures around 27°C during the match. Both teams enter the final in strong form, setting the stage for an exciting contest.