The PSL 2026 qualifier between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United will take place at the National Stadium, Karachi, on 28th April at 7:30 PM IST.
Get the best PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the qualifier match of the PSL 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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Hot Picks for PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Babar Azam – Representing Peshawar Zalmi, he has compiled 485 runs in 10 matches, including a classy 100*, consistently controlling the tempo at the top. |
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Kusal Mendis – Playing for Peshawar Zalmi, he has delivered a phenomenal season with 500 runs in 9 matches, highlighted by a blistering 109 (52) that underlines his dominance. |
Top Picks:
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Shadab Khan – Leading Islamabad United, he has contributed 145 runs and 14 wickets in 10 matches, showcasing strong all-round influence with a best of 3/24. |
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Devon Conway – Featuring for Islamabad United, he has accumulated 265 runs in 10 matches, offering stability with composed and reliable top-order performances. |
Budget Picks:
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James Vince – Playing for Karachi Kings, he has added 26 runs in 2 matches, contributing useful starts and maintaining positive intent in limited opportunities. |
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Mark Chapman – Representing Islamabad United, he has scored 198 runs in 9 matches, including a powerful 69 (33) that reflects his attacking middle-order role. |
PES vs ISL PSL 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Kusal Mendis & Babar Azam |
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Vice-Captain |
Shadab Khan & Devon Conway |
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Devon Conway, Kusal Mendis ©
- Batsmen – Babar Azam, Sameer Minhas
- All-rounders – Michael Bracewell, Chris Green, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan (vc), Imad Wasim
- Bowlers – Sufiyan Muqeem, Ali Raza
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Devon Conway (vc), Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen – James Vince, Babar Azam (c), Mark Chapman, Sameer Minhas
- All-rounders – Michael Bracewell, Chris Green, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers – Sufiyan Muqeem
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 40 PSL 2026 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Andries Gous |
NA |
NA |
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Brian Bennett |
NA |
NA |
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 40 PSL 2026 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Kusal Mendis |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Babar Azam |
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Punt Picks |
James Vince and Mark Chapman |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-2-5-2 |
PES vs ISL Match Preview:
Peshawar Zalmi will take on Islamabad United in the high-pressure Qualifier of PSL 2026 at the National Stadium, Karachi on April 28, 2026, with the match scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST. This crucial clash will determine the first finalist of the tournament, and therefore, both teams will approach it with maximum intensity and focus.
Peshawar Zalmi dominated the league stage and secured the top position with 17 points from ten matches, registering eight wins, one loss, and one no-result. Meanwhile, Islamabad United finished second with 13 points, earning six wins, three losses, and one no-result. As a result, both teams earned a direct entry into this Qualifier, highlighting their consistent performances throughout the group stage.
Peshawar Zalmi enters this encounter with strong momentum after winning their final league match against Lahore Qalandars. Kusal Mendis has played a vital role in their success, delivering consistent performances with the bat and earning Player of the Match recognition. On the other hand, Islamabad United arrives with confidence following a dominant 8-wicket victory over Multan Sultans, where Richard Gleeson led the bowling attack, and Sameer Minhas along with Shadab Khan contributed significantly with the bat.
Earlier in the tournament, Peshawar Zalmi defeated Islamabad United in both of their meetings, including a commanding 76-run win on April 11, where Kusal Mendis scored 74 runs and Michael Bracewell picked up 3 wickets. Therefore, Zalmi will look to continue their dominance, while Islamabad United will aim to reverse the trend and deliver a strong performance in this knockout fixture.
PES vs ISL Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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Peshawar Zalmi |
13 |
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Islamabad United |
13 |
PES vs ISL Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
30°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Clear Sky |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
188 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Neutral |
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Winning % |
50% |
PES vs ISL Playing 11s (Predicted):
Peshawar Zalmi Playing 11:
1) Babar Azam
2) Kusal Mendis
3) Mohammad Haris
4) Iftikhar Ahmed
5) Michael Bracewell
6) Abdul Samad
7) Aamer Jamal
8) Sufiyan Muqeem
9) Nahid Rana
10) Shoriful Islam
11) Arshad Iqbal
Islamabad United Playing 11:
1) Devon Conway
2) Sameer Minhas
3) Mohammad Faiq
4) Mark Chapman
5) Shadab Khan ©
6) Haider Ali
7) Faheem Ashraf
8) Chris Green
9) Imad Wasim
10) Richard Gleeson
11) Salman Mirza
PES vs ISL Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the squad strength and current form, Peshawar Zalmi is expected to win this match.
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