Match Details:
- Match: Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators( PZ vs QG ), 29th Match, Pakistan Super League, 2026
- Date and Time: April 15, 02:00 pm GMT / 07:30 pm IST / 07:00 pm local time
- Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
PZ vs QG Tips & Match Prediction:
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Peshawar Zalmi( PZ ) is set to face Quetta Gladiators( QG ) in their 29th match during the Pakistan Super League(PSL) 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the National Stadium on Sunday, April 19.
PZ vs QG Possible Playing XI:
Peshawar Zalmi: Mohammad Haris, Babar Azam(c), Kusal Mendis(w), Farhan Yousaf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, Abdul Samad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Aaron Hardie, Mohammad Basit, Ali Raza.
Quetta Gladiators: Shamyl Hussain, Saud Shakeel(c), Rilee Rossouw, Hasan Nawaz, Khawaja Nafay(w), Tom Curran, Jahandad Khan, Ahsan Ali, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq.
PZ vs QG Recent 5 Match Performance:
PZ vs QG Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | PZ Won | QG Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 27 | 14 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
PZ vs QG Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
PZ vs QG Pitch Report:
The pitch at National Stadium, Karachi is generally batsman-friendly, offering a flat surface with true bounce that allows stroke-makers to play freely. The fast outfield further helps batters, making it a venue where high totals are common, especially in T20 matches. Pacers may get some movement or swing with the new ball in the early overs, but as the game progresses, the pitch becomes easier for batting. Spinners can find some assistance in the middle overs, though the surface rarely provides sharp turn. In evening games, dew often plays a role, making it difficult for bowlers to grip the ball in the second innings, which can give an advantage to the chasing side. Overall, the pitch favors entertaining, high-scoring contests and encourages aggressive batting throughout the match.
PZ vs QG Weather Report:
At around 7:00 PM local time on April 19 at National Stadium, the weather is expected to be warm but gradually cooling after a hot afternoon, with temperatures settling around 30–32°C under clear to slightly hazy evening skies. Conditions should remain dry and stable with no chance of rain, ensuring a full and uninterrupted match. A light sea breeze may develop from the Arabian Sea, offering some relief under lights as humidity slowly increases. Overall, the evening is expected to provide comfortable playing conditions, with a slight possibility of dew later in the match that could make chasing a bit easier in the second innings.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings Expected Score: 165 – 185 runs2nd Innings Expected Score: 155 – 175 runsKey Notes:
Evening conditions: Cooler air under lights makes stroke play easier compared to afternoon games.
True Karachi pitch: Surface usually stays balanced — neither too slow nor too flat.
New ball phase crucial: Early overs may offer slight seam movement, making top-order wickets important.
Middle overs control: Spinners can still play a role if they vary pace and use the dry surface well.
Dew factor: Likely in the second innings, making gripping the ball harder for bowlers.
Chasing edge: Slight advantage for the team batting second if dew settles in properly.
Par score zone: Around 175 is a winning-level total in these conditions.Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators Full Squad:
Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam, Iftikhar Ahmed, Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Haris, James Vince, Aamer Jamal, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Nahid Rana, Sufiyan Muqeem, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Abdul Samad, Khalid Usman, Kashif Ali, Ali Raza, Abdul Subhan.
Quetta Gladiators: Sam Harper, Hasan Nawaz, Bevon Jacobs, Ben McDermott, Khawaja Nafay, Rilee Rossouw, Saud Shakeel, Tom Curran, Arafat Minhas, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq, Brett Hampton, Shamyl Hussain, Alzarri Joseph, Khan Zaib, Faisal Akram, Jahandad Khan, Wasim Akram, Bismillah Khan.
