PES vs ISL Match Preview:
The PSL 2026 has now reached its final stage. Today, the first Qualifier match will be played in Karachi between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United.
Peshawar is the top-ranked team in the tournament so far, having lost only one match in the league competition. Now, Peshawar will aim to maintain their winning momentum in these crucial matches and claim this season's trophy.
Similarly, Islamabad United sits in second place in the points table, right below Peshawar. Islamabad United has reached this stage after recently defeating Multan Sultans by 4 wickets. The team that wins today will qualify for the final. Therefore, a fierce contest can be expected between two of the tournament's strong teams.
PES vs ISL Match Details:
- Series/Tournament: Pakistan Super League 2026
- Match: PES vs ISL
- Date: 28th April. 2026
- Match Start Time: 07:30 PM IST
- Stadium/Venue: National Stadium Karachi
- Live Score: cricketwinner.com
- Live Streaming: PTV Sports / Tapmad
Karachi Weather Report:
- Temperature: 32-33 C
- Rain Chances: 0%
- Conditions: Sunny
The weather is expected to remain pleasant during this match.
Recent Performance - Last 5 Matches
Team PES Form
PES Recent Form: L, W, W, W, W
Team ISL Form
ISL Recent Form: W, W, L, W, L
Head-to-Head Stats:
| PES Won | 5 |
| ISL Won | 5 |
| NR | 0 |
National Stadium, Karachi Pitch Report:
The pitch at the National Stadium has proven more favourable for bowlers than the pitch in Lahore. In particular, low-pace bowlers have performed exceptionally well here, largely due to the surface's slow nature. It has been observed that as the ball ages, the pitch tends to become two-paced.
- Win Batting First: 31%
- Win Bowling First: 69%
- Best Suited For: Pacers (60%)
Average Scores
- Average 1st Innings: 174
- Average 2nd Innings: 156
Winning the toss and bowling first could be the ideal strategy.
PES vs ISL Probable Playing 11
Peshawar Zalmi Probable 11:
JM Vince, Babar Azam (C), K Mendis (wk), AM Hardie, Farhan Yousaf, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abdul Samad, Ali Raza, Sufyan Moqim, M Basit
Islamabad United Probable 11:
Sameer Minhas, Devon Conway (wk), Mohammad Faiq, Haider Ali, Mark Chapman, Shadab Khan (c), Faheem Ashraf, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, Richard Gleeson, Salman Irshad
Top Picks from Peshawar Zalmi
| Players | Role | Runs | Wickets |
| Kusal Mendis | WK | 500 | 0 |
| Babar Azam | BAT | 485 | 0 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | AR | 59 | 12 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | BOW | 1 | 19 |
Top Picks from Islamabad United
| Players | Role | Runs | Wickets |
| Sameer Minhas | BAT | 299 | 0 |
| Shadab Khan | AR | 145 | 14 |
| Devon Conway | WK | 265 | 0 |
| Mark Chapman | BAT | 198 | 0 |
PES vs ISL Today Match Prediction - Pakistan Super League 2026, Qualifier, Who Will Win?
PES vs ISL Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
| Captain | Vice-captain |
| Marnus Labuschagne | Saim Ayub |
| Sameer Minhas | Shadab Khan |
PES vs ISL Fantasy Team Suggestion:
Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Dream11 Tips:
| SL Captain Choice | Kusal Mendis |
| GL Captain Choice | Babar Azam |
| Punt Picks | Sameer Minhas, Shadab Khan |
| Dream11 Combination | 2-3-5-1 |
Match Prediction - Who Will Win
Both Peshawar's batting and bowling units appear stronger than Islamabad United's, and considering Peshawar's recent form, defeating them appears difficult. So, Peshawar Zalmi are expected to win this match.
Prediction: Peshawar Zalmi to win.
Disclaimer: This analysis and prediction are based on team form, pitch conditions, and available data. It is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any result.