Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Qualifier PSL 2026
Peshawar Zalmi performed brilliantly in the Pakistan Super League 2026 qualifier match and secured a big win by 70 runs. Zalmi was completely dominant in both the batting and bowling departments in this match held at the National Stadium, Karachi. Especially, captain Babar Azam's brilliant century turned the match around.
Batting first, Peshawar Zalmi posted a mammoth total of 221/7 in 20 overs. In reply, Islamabad United started well but lost wickets regularly and were bowled out for 151 in 18.4 overs. As a result, Zalmi easily took the match and took a big step towards the final.
PSZ vs ISU – Match Details
| Match | PSZ vs ISU |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
| Stage | Qualifier |
| Date | April 28, 2026 |
| Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Toss | Islamabad United won and chose to bowl |
| Result | Peshawar Zalmi won by 70 runs |
You can watch the scorecard of all PSL 2026 matches on Wicket71.
Peshawar Zalmi – 221/7 (20 Ov)
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Haris | 35 | 16 | 5 | 2 | 218.75 |
| Babar Azam | 103 | 59 | 12 | 4 | 174.58 |
| Kusal Mendis | 41 | 26 | 5 | 1 | 157.69 |
| Michael Bracewell | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Abdul Samad | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Aaron Hardie | 20 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 200.00 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 3* | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Farhan Yousaf | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Khurram Shahzad | 4* | 1 | 1 | 0 | 400.00 |
| Total | 221/7 | 20 Overs | RR: 11.05 |
| Bowler | O | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 2 | 25 | 0 | 12.50 |
| Khurram Shahzad | 3 | 38 | 1 | 12.70 |
| Mohammad Basit | 3.4 | 19 | 2 | 5.20 |
| Michael Bracewell | 2 | 20 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 4 | 25 | 2 | 6.20 |
| Aaron Hardie | 4 | 24 | 3 | 6.00 |
Islamabad United – 151/10 (18.4 Ov)
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Conway | 20 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 142.86 |
| Sameer Minhas | 44 | 23 | 7 | 1 | 191.30 |
| Mohsin Riaz | 25 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 125.00 |
| Shadab Khan | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Mark Chapman | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 44.44 |
| Haider Ali | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 160.00 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Chris Green | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 114.29 |
| Imad Wasim | 22 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 146.67 |
| Salman Mirza | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Richard Gleeson | 1* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Total | 151/10 | 18.4 Overs | RR: 8.09 |
| Bowler | O | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Gleeson | 4 | 45 | 2 | 11.20 |
| Imad Wasim | 4 | 38 | 0 | 9.50 |
| Salman Mirza | 3 | 35 | 1 | 11.70 |
| Shadab Khan | 4 | 42 | 3 | 10.50 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 3 | 36 | 1 | 12.00 |
| Chris Green | 2 | 20 | 0 | 10.00 |
Peshawar Zalmi showed complete dominance in this match. Babar Azam's century in batting and Hardy's performance in bowling were the keys to the victory. On the other hand, Islamabad United created some good moments but collapsed under the pressure of a big target. With this victory, Zalmi has made a strong position towards the final and their confidence is now at its peak.
FAQ
Who won the PSZ vs ISU match?
In this match, Peshawar Zalmi defeated Islamabad United by 70 runs.
Who scored the most runs in the PSZ vs ISU match?
Babar Azam scored the highest score in this match with 103 runs.
Who was the best bowler in the PSZ vs ISU match?
Aaron Hardie was the best bowler of the match with 3 wickets.
How many total runs were scored in the PSZ vs ISU match?
The two teams scored a total of 372 runs in this match (PSZ: 221, ISU: 151).
Why did Islamabad United lose the match?
Due to the pressure of a big target and regular wicket losses, Islamabad United fell behind in the match and ultimately lost.
Where can I watch the PSZ vs ISU match?
You can watch this match live on Sony Sports Network's TV channel. You can also watch live streaming online on the Sony LIV app or website.
