Peshawar Zalmi won the 2026 Pakistan Super League, beating Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets in the final at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on 3 May 2026. It was Zalmi’s second PSL title, nine years after their first in 2017, and Babar Azam led the side.
How the final was won
Hyderabad Kingsmen, playing their first PSL season, were bowled out for 129. Aaron Hardie took 4 for 27 to restrict them.
Zalmi chased the target in 15.2 overs, finishing on 130 for 5. Babar Azam fell for a duck early in the chase, but Hardie followed his bowling with 56 not out off 39 balls, and Abdul Samad made 48 off 34.
Road to the final
| Team | Playoff route |
|---|---|
| Peshawar Zalmi | Beat Islamabad United by 70 runs in the qualifier |
| Hyderabad Kingsmen | Beat Multan Sultans in Eliminator 1, then Islamabad United by 2 runs in Eliminator 2 |
Spectators were allowed back for the playoff matches after restrictions earlier in the season, and the PCB chairman praised the crowd in Lahore for applauding both teams.
Final scorecard summary
| Team | Score | Key performers |
|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad Kingsmen | 129 | Aaron Hardie 4 wickets for Zalmi |
| Peshawar Zalmi | 130/5 (15.2 overs) | Hardie 56*, Abdul Samad 48 |
For another franchise final from 2026, see the CPL 2026 final.
Updated 7 October 2026. Sources: Arab News and Geo Super.
