PZ vs HK match prediction: Who will win today's PSL 11 final between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen?
by Vaidehi Singh · Inside Sport IndiaCatch match predictions, key players and other details for PSL 2026 Final between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen.
Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 is all set to culminate with the two top teams in Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen setting up the finale clash at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on May 3. While the Babar Azam & co. sealed the berth in the final with a convincing 70-run win over Islamabad United in the Qualifier, the Hyderabad Kingsmen are coming off consecutive wins in the playoffs. The Marnus Labuschagne-led side first defeated Multan Sultans and then went on to secure the final berth, beating Islamabad United in Eliminator 2 by mere 2-run margin.
With all stakes high and both teams having a commendable season thus far, it’ll be exciting to see who comes out on top to take the silverware home. As per the match prediction, Peshawar Zalmi are all set to lift the PSL trophy for the second time.
PSL 2026 final match details
Match: Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen, Final
Date: May 3, 2026 (Sunday)
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Toss time: 7:00 pm (IST)
Match time: 7:30 pm (IST)
What to expect from PZ vs HK, PSL 2026 final
Speaking of the Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi, the side has had a great season registering 8 wins in 10 league stage games, and will look to continue their fantabulous form in the finale as they eye the title. Their season has been backed by runs coming from Kusal Mendis and Babar Azam, along with Sufiyan Muqeem, who remains their top wicket-taker in PSL 2026.
Meanwhile, the Hyderabad Kingsmen, led by Marnus Labuschagne, have had a mixed league stage campaign in PSL 2026, but have been top-notch in the playoffs. While they first defeated Multan Sultans in the first Eliminator, they then went on to beat Islamabad United and secured a place in the final. Mohammad Ali has been exceptional for the Kingsmen with the ball whereas Usman Khan has been in good form with the bat.
Check out PZ vs HK head-to-head records
| Matches Played | 1 |
| Won by Peshawar Zalmi | 1 |
| Won by Hyderabad Kingsmen | 0 |
| Tied/ No Results | 0/0 |
Team Form (last 5 matches)
| Peshawar Zalmi | Hyderabad Kingsmen |
| Won against IU by 70 runs | Won against IU by 2 runs |
| Lost to LQ by 6 wickets | Won to MS by 8 wickets |
| Won against KK by 7 wickets | Won by 108 runs against RP |
| Won to QG by 118 runs | Lost to IU by 8 wickets |
| Won against QG by 8 wickets | Won over MS by 4 wickets |
Predicted playing XIs for PZ vs HK, PSL 2026 final
Peshawar Zalmi: Mohammad Haris (WK), Babar Azam (C), Kusal Mendis (WK), Farhan Yousaf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Abdul Samad, Khurram Shahzad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Basit.
Hyderabad Kingsmen: Maaz Sadaqat, Marnus Labuschagne (C), Usman Khan (WK), Saim Ayub, Kusal Perera, Glenn Maxwell, Hassan Khan, Irfan Khan, Hunain Shah, Mohammad Ali, Akif Javed.
Key Players
| Peshawar Zalmi | Hyderabad Kingsmen | ||
| Player | Stats | Player | Stats |
| Babar Azam | 10 matches | 588 runs | 146.26 strike rate | Usman Khan | 12 innings | 381 runs | 163.51 strike rate |
| Kusal Mendia | 10 matches | 541 runs | 169.59 strike rate | Marnus Labuschagne | 12 matches | 324 runs | 128.57 strike rate |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 10 matches | 21 wickets | 7.35 economy | Mohammad Ali | 11 matches | 17 wickets | 8.25 economy |
Gaddafi Stadium pitch report for PSL 2026 final
The Gaddafi Stadium of Lahore is usually known to assist batters, but has seen balanced contests between the bat and ball in PSL 2026. While runs have come in plenty in the last few games. The captain winning the toss will be looking to bowl first as last few games played at this venue in PSL 2026 have been won by chasing teams, barring Hyderabad Kingsmen’s win over Islamabad United in Eliminator 2.
Who will win PZ vs HK, PSL 2026 final?
Although both teams have fought their way in the PSL 2026, but the Peshawar Zalmi are altogether on a different run this season. They walk in with an edge over the Hyderabad Kingsmen, and have been clinical throughout the tournament and will look to lift the trophy once again.
Prediction: Peshawar Zalmi to win the PSL 2026 Final.