The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is one of the world’s most popular T20 cricket leagues, featuring top players from Pakistan and across the globe.
Every match in the league stage plays a crucial role in shaping the PSL 2026 Points Table, which ultimately decides which teams qualify for the playoffs (Qualifier, Eliminator 1, Eliminator 2, and Final).
Pakistan Super League 2026
The PSL 2026 will be played in the T20 format from 26 March to 3 May 2026. The tournament will feature top international and Pakistani players competing for the prestigious PSL trophy.
A total of 8 franchise teams will compete in 44 matches, making it another exciting edition of the Pakistan Super League.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
| Edition | 11th |
| Board | PCB |
| Host Country | Pakistan |
| Total Teams | 8 |
| Total Matches | 44 |
| First Match | 26 March 2026 |
| Final Match | 3 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.psl-t20.com |
PSL 2026 Teams List
The 8 teams participating in PSL 2026 feature some of the world’s biggest cricket stars.
| Team | Captain |
|---|---|
| Lahore Qalandars | Shaheen Shah Afridi |
| Karachi Kings | Shan Masood |
| Islamabad United | Shadab Khan |
| Multan Sultans | Mohammad Rizwan |
| Peshawar Zalmi | Babar Azam |
| Quetta Gladiators | Rilee Rossouw |
| Hyderabad Kingsmen | Sarfaraz Ahmed |
| Rawalpindi Pindiz | Mohammad Amir |
PSL 2026 Points Table (Updated)
PSL 2026 Points Table (Updated)
| Position | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lahore Qalandars | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2 | Karachi Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 3 | Islamabad United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 4 | Multan Sultans | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 5 | Peshawar Zalmi | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 6 | Quetta Gladiators | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 7 | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 8 | Rawalpindi Pindiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
PSL 2026 Qualification Rules
- Teams are ranked based on their performance in the league stage.
- The top four teams qualify for the playoffs.
- The team finishing in first position plays against the team in second position in the Qualifier.
- The teams finishing in third and fourth positions compete in Eliminator 1.
- The winner of Eliminator 1 plays against the loser of the Qualifier in Eliminator 2.
- The winner of Eliminator 2 advances to the final.
PSL Points Table – FAQ
How many teams are there in PSL 2026?
A total of 8 teams are competing in the PSL 2026.
What decides the ranking if teams have equal points?
If teams finish with equal points, Net Run Rate (NRR) determines their position in the points table.
Which team is leading the PSL 2026 points table?
The PSL 2026 points table will be updated after every match, so the top team may change frequently during the tournament.
How does the PSL points system work?
Win: 2 Points
Loss: 0 Points
No Result / Abandoned Match: 1 Point each
Tie: Decided by Super Over
If two or more teams finish with equal points, Net Run Rate (NRR) is used to decide rankings.
