Pakistan Super League 2026
Peshawar Zalmi won PSL 2026 (HBL PSL XI), beating Hyderabad Kingsmen by 5 wickets in the final at Gaddafi Stadium on 3 May 2026. Babar Azam captained them to their second title.
About the Pakistan Super League
The Pakistan Super League (PSL), officially branded as the HBL PSL, is a professional Twenty20 cricket league established by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in 2015. The inaugural season was played in the UAE in early 2016, and since then the league has grown into one of the premier T20 competitions in world cricket.
A landmark moment came in 2017 when the PSL final was held at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium — the first major international cricket match in Pakistan since the 2009 terrorist attack on the Sri Lanka team bus. The return of cricket to Pakistan, celebrated by millions watching in stadiums and on television, demonstrated both the PSL's commercial power and its role in restoring the country's cricketing reputation.
The league features eight franchises for its 2026 season, representing Pakistan's major cities and provinces. Unlike some other franchise leagues, the PSL has a strong focus on developing Pakistani talent: the player draft includes a mandatory allocation of Category A local players, ensuring the national talent pipeline remains central to each team's planning. The system has produced world-class cricketers including Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, and Mohammad Rizwan — all of whom made their names through PSL performances.
PSL 2026 (HBL PSL XI) ran from 26 March to 3 May 2026 across six venues: Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Peshawar, and Faisalabad. The tournament featured eight franchises for the first time, and was won by Peshawar Zalmi, who defeated Hyderabad Kingsmen by 5 wickets in the final at Gaddafi Stadium.
PSL 2026 Teams
PSL 2026 — 8 FranchisesLahore Qalandars
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Three-time PSL champions (2022, 2023, 2025), Lahore Qalandars are the league's dominant force with a strong all-round squad.
Islamabad United
National Stadium, Karachi / Rawalpindi
Three-time PSL champions (2016, 2018, 2024) and consistent play-off contenders, Islamabad United set the standard for franchise cricket in Pakistan.
Karachi Kings
National Stadium, Karachi
PSL 2020 champions, Karachi Kings draw massive support from Pakistan's largest city and have produced several national team stars.
Quetta Gladiators
National Stadium, Karachi
PSL 2019 champions, the Gladiators were among the league's most dominant teams in its early years under Kumar Sangakkara's mentorship.
Peshawar Zalmi
Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar
Two-time PSL champions (2017, 2026), Peshawar Zalmi are known for passionate Pashtun supporter culture. Babar Azam captained them to their second title in the PSL 2026 final.
Multan Sultans
Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan
PSL 2021 champions and runners-up three seasons running (2022–2024), Multan Sultans returned for PSL 2026 under new ownership (CD Ventures), keeping the Sultans brand in Multan.
Rawalpindiz
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Expansion franchise joining PSL 2026, the Rawalpindiz (Pindiz) represent Rawalpindi — home to one of Pakistan's most storied cricket grounds.
Hyderabad Kingsmen
Niaz Stadium, Hyderabad
New PSL franchise for 2026, the Hyderabad Kingsmen bring PSL cricket to Sindh's second-largest city for the first time.
All-Time PSL Records
Full RecordsMost Runs (Career)
Babar Azam
Most Wickets (Career)
Hasan Ali
Highest Individual Score
Sharjeel Khan
Best Bowling Figures
Ravi Bopara
Most Sixes (Season)
Rilee Rossouw
Most Titles
Lahore Qalandars / Islamabad United
PSL Champions — All Editions
| Year | Champion | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Peshawar Zalmi | Hyderabad Kingsmen |
| 2025 | Lahore Qalandars | Quetta Gladiators |
| 2024 | Islamabad United | Multan Sultans |
| 2023 | Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |
| 2022 | Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |
| 2021 | Multan Sultans | Peshawar Zalmi |
| 2020 | Karachi Kings | Lahore Qalandars |
| 2019 | Quetta Gladiators | Peshawar Zalmi |
| 2018 | Islamabad United | Peshawar Zalmi |
| 2017 | Peshawar Zalmi | Quetta Gladiators |
| 2016 | Islamabad United | Quetta Gladiators |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won PSL 2026?
Peshawar Zalmi won PSL 2026 (HBL PSL XI), beating Hyderabad Kingsmen by 5 wickets in the final at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on 3 May 2026. Aaron Hardie was Player of the Match. It was Peshawar Zalmi's second PSL title (after 2017).
When was PSL 2026 played?
PSL 2026 (HBL PSL XI) ran from 26 March to 3 May 2026 across six venues in Pakistan.
How many teams play in PSL?
PSL 2026 (Season 11) featured eight franchises for the first time: Lahore Qalandars, Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, Hyderabad Kingsmen, and Rawalpindi Pindiz. Hyderabad Kingsmen and Rawalpindi Pindiz were the two new expansion franchises joining PSL's original six teams.
Which team has won PSL the most?
Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United have each won three PSL titles, making them the joint most successful franchises. Peshawar Zalmi have won two (2017, 2026). Quetta Gladiators, Karachi Kings, and Multan Sultans have each won one title.
Where are PSL matches played?
PSL 2026 was played across six venues: National Bank Stadium Karachi, Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Multan Cricket Stadium, Imran Khan Cricket Stadium Peshawar, and Iqbal Stadium Faisalabad.
Who is the leading run scorer in PSL history?
Babar Azam holds the record for most runs in PSL history, with over 3,500 career runs across multiple seasons for Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi.