Match 12 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 will be played on Saturday, April 4, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, where Rawalpindi (RAP) and Islamabad United (ISL) will face off.
This marks the Rawalpindi team's debut season, though they have not gotten off to a good start. Conversely, Islamabad United appears to be in winning form and will look to maintain their dominance in this match as well.
Rawalpindi's Poor Start
The Rawalpindi team began this season with two consecutive defeats. They suffered 5-wicket losses against both Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings. Captain Mohammad Rizwan's team will now be aiming to register their first victory in this match.
Islamabad United's Recent Form
Led by captain Shadab Khan, Islamabad United has played three matches so far. They suffered a defeat against Multan Sultans in their opening match, while their game against Peshawar was washed out due to rain. Subsequently, they staged a magnificent comeback by defeating Quetta Gladiators by 8 wickets.
A Look at Recent Form
Despite their losses, the Rawalpindi team has been performing well in the batting department. Most recently, they posted a total of 197 runs against Karachi. On the other hand, Islamabad United is brimming with confidence following their emphatic victory over Quetta.
Players to Watch out in RAP vs ISL PSL match
For Rawalpindi, Yasir Khan and Daryl Mitchell are in superb form. Mitchell has been making valuable contributions with both bat and ball. Meanwhile, for Islamabad, Shadab Khan, Sameer Minhas, and Andries Gous have been delivering excellent performances. Sameer Minhas scored an unbeaten 82 runs in the previous match.
Pitch Report and Match Information
The pitch in Lahore has proven to be quite favorable for batsmen. The average first-innings score at this venue has hovered around the 200-run mark. Notably, every match played so far has been won by the team chasing the target; therefore, the team winning the toss might prefer to bowl first.
Lahore Weather Update - PSL 2026 Match Day Forecast
The weather in Lahore is expected to remain warm on match day, with clear conditions likely in the evening. Temperatures are set to hover between 28°C and 32°C, along with a light breeze. Although there is a slight chance of rain during the afternoon, the probability of any disruption during the match is very low.
Where to Watch the Matches in India
PSL 2026 matches can not be watched in India due to withheld media rights.