The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is one of the most exciting T20 cricket leagues in the world. Since its launch in 2016, the tournament has grown significantly in popularity and features top players from Pakistan and around the globe.
With the new season approaching, fans are actively searching for the PSL 2026 schedule, team list, venue list, points table, live streaming, and winners list.
In this detailed pillar post, you’ll find everything about PSL 2026 in one place — updated, structured, and easy to understand.
Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026
The PSL 2026 will be played in the T20 format from 26 March to 3 May 2026. Matches will be hosted across multiple cities in Pakistan, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Karachi, Faisalabad, and Peshawar.
| Tournament Details | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
|---|---|
| Edition | 11th |
| Organizer | Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) |
| Format | T20 |
| 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
Eight teams will compete in the Pakistan Super League 2026.
PSL 2026 Teams List With Captains
| 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 Venues
Matches will be played at six major cricket stadiums across Pakistan.
| Venue | City |
|---|---|
| Gaddafi Stadium | Lahore |
| Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | Rawalpindi |
| Multan Cricket Stadium | Multan |
| National Stadium | Karachi |
| Iqbal Stadium | Faisalabad |
| Arbab Niaz Stadium | Peshawar |
PSL 2026 Schedule – Match List & Time Table
The Pakistan Super League 2026 will feature 40 league matches followed by 4 playoff matches, making a total of 44 matches.
- Opening Match: Lahore Qalandars vs Hyderabad Kingsmen – 26 March 2026
- League Matches: 26 March – 26 April 2026
- Qualifier: 28 April 2026
- Eliminator 1: 29 April 2026
- Eliminator 2: 1 May 2026
- Final Match: 3 May 2026
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26 | Match 1 | Lahore Qalandars vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Lahore |
| Mar 27 | Match 2 | Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings | Lahore |
| Mar 28 | Match 3 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Peshawar |
| Mar 28 | Match 4 | Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United | Lahore |
| Mar 29 | Match 5 | Quetta Gladiators vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Lahore |
| Mar 29 | Match 6 | Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings | Lahore |
| Mar 31 | Match 7 | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 1 | Match 8 | Multan Sultans vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Multan |
| Apr 2 | Match 9 | Islamabad United vs Quetta Gladiators | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 2 | Match 10 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Karachi Kings | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 3 | Match 11 | Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars | Multan |
| Apr 4 | Match 12 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Islamabad United | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 5 | Match 13 | Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators | Multan |
| Apr 6 | Match 14 | Multan Sultans vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Multan |
| Apr 8 | Match 15 | Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Peshawar Zalmi | Karachi |
| Apr 9 | Match 16 | Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United | Faisalabad |
| Apr 9 | Match 17 | Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi | Karachi |
| Apr 10 | Match 18 | Quetta Gladiators vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Karachi |
| Apr 11 | Match 19 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars | Faisalabad |
| Apr 11 | Match 20 | Karachi Kings vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Karachi |
| Apr 12 | Match 21 | Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United | Karachi |
| Apr 13 | Match 22 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans | Faisalabad |
| Apr 15 | Match 23 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators | Faisalabad |
| Apr 16 | Match 24 | Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Faisalabad |
| Apr 16 | Match 25 | Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United | Karachi |
| Apr 17 | Match 26 | Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators | Faisalabad |
| Apr 18 | Match 27 | Lahore Qalandars vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Faisalabad |
| Apr 19 | Match 28 | Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings | Lahore |
| Apr 19 | Match 29 | Quetta Gladiators vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Lahore |
| Apr 21 | Match 30 | Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators | Lahore |
| Apr 21 | Match 31 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 22 | Match 32 | Karachi Kings vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Lahore |
| Apr 22 | Match 33 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 23 | Match 34 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Islamabad United | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 23 | Match 35 | Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings | Lahore |
| Apr 24 | Match 36 | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 25 | Match 37 | Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings | Lahore |
| Apr 25 | Match 38 | Lahore Qalandars vs Hyderabad Kingsmen | Lahore |
| Apr 26 | Match 39 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi |
| Apr 26 | Match 40 | Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi |
PSL 2026 Live Streaming & Telecast
PSL 2026 matches will be available on television and online streaming platforms.
| Coverage | Platform |
|---|---|
| Live Telecast | A Sports, PTV Sports |
| Live Streaming | Tamasha App |
Fans can watch matches on mobile phones, smart TVs, and laptops with commentary in multiple languages.
PSL 2026 Points Table
All teams will compete in the league stage, with the top four teams qualifying for the playoffs.
| Position | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | TBD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
PSL Winners List
| Season | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Islamabad United | Quetta Gladiators |
| 2017 | Peshawar Zalmi | Quetta Gladiators |
| 2018 | Islamabad United | Peshawar Zalmi |
| 2019 | Quetta Gladiators | Peshawar Zalmi |
| 2020 | Karachi Kings | Lahore Qalandars |
| 2021 | Multan Sultans | Peshawar Zalmi |
| 2022 | Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |
| 2023 | Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |
| 2024 | Islamabad United | Multan Sultans |
| 2025 | Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |
PSL 2026 Related FAQ
When will PSL 2026 start?
The Pakistan Super League 2026 will start on 26 March 2026.
When is the PSL 2026 final?
The final will be played on 3 May 2026.
How many teams are playing in PSL 2026?
Eight teams will compete in the tournament.
Where to watch PSL 2026 live?
Fans can watch PSL 2026 matches live on A Sports and PTV Sports, while the Tamasha App will provide live streaming.
