The PSL 2026 Qualifier between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United will take place on May 28 at the National Stadium, Karachi.th April 7:30 pm IST.
Get the best PES vs ISL Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match information for the qualifiers. PSL 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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Hot Picks for PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Babar Azam – Representing Peshawar Zalmi, he has scored 485 runs in 10 matches, including a brilliant 100*, consistently controlling the pace at the top. |
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Kusal Mendis – Playing for Peshawar Zalmi, he has had a stellar season with 500 runs in 9 matches, including a blistering innings of 109 (52) that underlined his dominance. |
Raises up:
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Shadab Khan – Leading Islamabad United, he has contributed 145 runs and 14 wickets in 10 matches, showing a strong all-round impact with a best performance of 3/24. |
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Devon Conway – Playing for Islamabad United, he has scored 265 runs in 10 matches, providing consistency with composed and reliable performances from the top order. |
Budget Selection:
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James Vince – Playing for Karachi Kings, he has added 26 runs in 2 matches, has made useful starts and has maintained 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) which shows off his attacking middle-order role. |
PES vs ISL PSL 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
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captain |
Kusal Mendis and Babar Azam |
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vice captain |
Shadab Khan and 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 (vice-captain), Imad Wasim
- Bowlers- Sufiyan Muqeem, Ali Raza
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Devon Conway (Vice Captain), Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen – James Vince, Babar Azam (captain), Mark Chapman, Sameer Minhas
- Allrounders – Michael Bracewell, Chris Green, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan
- Bowler- Sufiyan Muqeem
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 40 PSL 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Andries Gus |
No |
No |
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Brian Bennett |
No |
No |
PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 40 PSL 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Kusal Mendis |
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gl captaincy option |
Babar Azam |
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choice of punt |
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 starting at 7:30 PM IST. This crucial encounter will determine the first finalist of the tournament, and hence, both the teams will fight it with maximum intensity and focus.
Peshawar Zalmi dominated the league stage and finished top with 17 points from ten matches with eight wins, one loss and one no result. Meanwhile, Islamabad United remained second with 13 points with six wins, three losses and one no result. As a result, both teams earned direct entry into this qualifier, highlighting their consistent performances throughout the group stage.
Peshawar Zalmi are entering this encounter with strong momentum after winning their last league match against Lahore Qalandars. Kusal Mendis has played a vital role in their success, performing consistently with the bat and earning player of the match honours. On the other hand, Islamabad United are full of confidence after an impressive 8-wicket win over Multan Sultans, where Richard Gleeson led the bowling attack, and Samir Minhas along with Shadab Khan made important contributions with the bat.
Earlier in the tournament, Peshawar Zalmi had defeated Islamabad United in both their meetings, including an impressive 76-run win on 11 April, where Kusal Mendis scored 74 and Michael Bracewell took 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 match.
PES vs ISL head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Peshawar Zalmi |
13 |
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islamabad united |
13 |
PES vs ISL Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
30°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
188 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
neutral |
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Victory % |
50% |
PES vs ISL Playing 11 (Predicted):
Peshawar Zalmi Playing 11:
1) Babar Azam
2) Kusal Mendis
3) Mohammad Haris
4) Iftikhar Ahmed
5) Michael Bracewell
6) Abdul Samad
7)Amer Jamal
8) Sufiyan Muqeem
9) Nahid Rana
10) Noisy 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 Gleason
11) Salman Mirza
PES vs ISL Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the strength and current form of the team, Peshawar Zalmi is expected to win this match.
