PSL 2026 Final: Peshawar Zalmi vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Preview, H2H Record, Squads - All You Need To Know

After a month of intense cricketing action, the Pakistan Super League (PSL 2026) has reached its final stage, where the Peshawar Zalmi will lock horns with Hyderabad Kingsmen in the final at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

The Babar Azam-led side has been one of the most promising sides of the tournament. In qualifier 1, the side crushed Islamabad United by 70 runs to storm into the finals. The captain has set the tone with a second hundred in the tournament, anchoring the innings with authority while receiving solid backing from Kusal Mendis. Together, they underline the depth of a batting order that can shift gears effortlessly, combining attacking intent with composure when required.

Their bowling unit has matched that impact, with Aaron Hardie and Sufiyan Muqeem standing out for their consistency. With all bases covered and momentum firmly on their side, Zalmi will be eager to relive their 2017 success and clinch the title once more.

On the other hand, Hyderabad Kingsmen have emerged as the tournament's surprise package. In their debut campaign, their journey has captured widespread attention. After a difficult start with four consecutive defeats, they staged a remarkable revival, securing seven wins in their next eight matches.

Their narrow victory over Islamabad United in a tense Eliminator 2 sealed a memorable spot in the final. Under the leadership of Marnus Labuschagne, the team marked the occasion with an emotional celebration, capping off a stunning turnaround.

For Hyderabad, experienced names such as Usman Khan and Glenn Maxwell will be pivotal in their quest for history. Meanwhile, the bowling attack will once again rely on Mohammad Ali and Hunain Shah to rise to the occasion and steer the team towards their first-ever championship.

PSL 2026 Peshawar Zalmi vs Hyderabad Kingsmen: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 1
• Peshawar Zalmi Won: 1
• Hyderabad Kingsmen Won: 0
• No result: 0

PSL 2026 Peshawar Zalmi vs Hyderabad Kingsmen: Squads

Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Haris, Kusal Mendis, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, James Vince, Aamer Jamal, Khurram Shahzad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Nahid Rana, Shahnawaz Dahani, Shoriful Islam, Mirza Tahir Baig, Abdul Samad, Mohammad Basit Ali, Farhan Yousaf, Khalid Usman, Brian Bennett, Ali Raza, Abdul Subhan, Kashif Ali.

Hyderabad Kingsmen: Marnus Labuschagne (C), Saim Ayub, Glenn Maxwell, Usman Khan, Kusal Perera, Maheesh Theekshana, Mohammad Ali, Sharjeel Khan, Irfan Khan Niazi, Riley Meredith, Hunain Shah, Akif Javed, Hassan Khan, Maaz Sadaqat, Hammad Azam, Ottniel Baartman, Shayan Jahangir, Rizwan Mehmood, Syed Saad Ali, Tayyab Arif, Ahmed Hussain.