Peshawar Zalmi will face Quetta Gladiators in Match 23 of Pakistan Super League 2026. This match is important as Peshawar are in top form while Quetta are trying to stay in the race.
Match Preview
Peshawar Zalmi have been the best team so far this season. They are unbeaten and sitting at the top with 11 points. In their last match, they defeated Multan Sultans by 24 runs, showing strong all-round performance.
Quetta Gladiators have had a mixed season. They have won 2 out of 5 matches. Their last win came in a big way against Rawalpindi, where Rilee Rossouw played a match-winning knock and earned Player of the Match. They still have a positive net run rate, so they are very much in the competition.
Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
| Match | PES vs QUE |
| Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST |
| Venue | National Stadium Karachi |
| Live Streaming | PTV Sports, Tapmad |
Weather Report
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 30–31°C |
| Rain Chances | 0% |
| Conditions | Hazy sunshine |
Weather is expected to be clear and good for cricket.
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| Peshawar Zalmi | W, W, W, W, W |
| Quetta Gladiators | W, L, L, W, L |
Peshawar are unbeaten while Quetta have struggled for consistency.
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Head-to-Head Record
| Result | Matches |
|---|---|
| Peshawar Zalmi Wins | 6 |
| Quetta Gladiators Wins | 4 |
| No Result | 0 |
Peshawar have a slight edge in head-to-head record.
Karachi Pitch Report
The pitch at National Stadium Karachi is usually good for batting. However, after multiple matches, it may slow down a bit.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Average 1st Innings Score | 175 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 157 |
| Win Batting First | 30% |
| Win Bowling First | 70% |
| Best For | Spinners |
Chasing teams have had more success here, so bowling first after winning the toss can be a good option.
Probable Playing XI
Peshawar Zalmi
Md. Haris, Babar Azam (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Michael Bracewell, Abdul Samad, Farhan Yousaf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Aamer Jamal, Sufiyan Muqeem, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana
Quetta Gladiators
Saud Shakeel (c), Shamyl Hussain, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Rilee Rossouw, Hasan Nawaz, Bevon Jacobs, Tom Curran, Ahmed Daniyal, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq
Top Fantasy Picks
Peshawar Zalmi
| Player | Role | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Mendis | WK | 309 | 0 |
| Babar Azam | BAT | 230 | 0 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | AR | 32 | 9 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | BOW | 1 | 13 |
Quetta Gladiators
| Player | Role | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hasan Nawaz | AR | 197 | 2 |
| Saud Shakeel | AR | 177 | 4 |
| Shamyl Hussain | BAT | 129 | 0 |
| Abrar Ahmed | BOW | 9 | 7 |
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Vice-Captain |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam | Hasan Nawaz |
| Kusal Mendis | Saud Shakeel |
Dream11 Team Tips
| Category | Picks |
|---|---|
| Small League Captain | Babar Azam |
| Grand League Captain | Kusal Mendis |
| Punt Picks | Hasan Nawaz, Saud Shakeel |
| Team Combination | 2-4-2-3 |
Match Prediction
Peshawar Zalmi are in excellent form and have won all their matches so far. Babar Azam and Kusal Mendis are scoring runs consistently, while bowlers like Sufiyan Muqeem are taking wickets regularly.
Quetta Gladiators have shown some good moments but lack consistency.
Prediction: Peshawar Zalmi to win
Disclaimer
This prediction is based on team form, pitch conditions, and player performance. Fantasy sports involve risk, so make your decisions carefully.
