The third match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 will be played today at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This clash between Peshawar Zalmi (PES) and the new franchise, Rawalpindi Pindis (RAP), will begin at 3:00 PM IST (2:30 PM local time).
PES vs RAP Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches: 0
- Peshawar Zalmi Wins: 0
- Rawalpindi Pindiz Wins: 0
- Ties / No Result: 0
The Rawalpindi Pindis are making their debut as a new franchise in PSL 2026. Consequently, no match has been played between these two teams in the PSL so far.
PES vs RAP Player Stats
Batting
- Babar Azam: He boasts an impressive record against Islamabad, which includes a magnificent century knock of 111*.
- Mohammad Haris: He has scored a total of 378 runs against United, with a highest score of 87.
- Shadab Khan: He has played crucial innings for his team, such as the 80 runs he scored in a match in 2024.
Bowling
- Shadab Khan: With 15 wickets against Zalmi, he is one of the most successful bowlers.
- Hasan Ali: He has taken a total of 16 wickets in this rivalry.
- Salman Irshad: Representing Peshawar, he has claimed 10 wickets.
PES vs RAP Team Comparison
- Top Batters: The combination of Babar Azam and Mohammad Haris is very strong for PES. For RAP, the key players are Rizwan, Yasir Khan, and Daryl Mitchell.
- Bowling: PES features effective wicket-takers such as Ali Raza. RAP's pace attack could prove more effective on the batting-friendly pitch at Gaddafi Stadium.
- All-rounders: PES demonstrates a slightly better balance.
PES vs RAP pitch report
Gaddafi Stadium is an excellent venue for batting. Fast bowlers will find some assistance with the new ball, but the wicket will settle down nicely. The pitch is flat, and the consistent bounce aids the batting teams in playing their shots effectively. The boundaries are not particularly large, which makes the task challenging for the bowlers. Especially in evening matches, dew will also be a significant factor, making it difficult to defend a total.
Who will win Peshawar vs Rawalpindiz PSL 2026
Under the captaincy of Pakistan's star player Babar Azam, the Peshawar Zalmi squad appears quite formidable. On the other hand, the Rawalpindi Pindis are expected to hold the upper hand in this contest. The Pindis will be led by Mohammad Rizwan, and their talented squad offers tremendous versatility for the upcoming season of this tournament. Thanks to the presence of bowlers like Naseem Shah within the team, the Pindis' bowling attack looks far stronger and more competitive than that of any other team.
Where to watch Pakistan Super League 2026? Viewing Options in India
- Live Streaming: Fancode app/website
- TV Channels: Not broadcast on any TV channel.
- Live Score: Check out live cricket scores, scorecards, and match results for the Pakistan Super League 2026 on the Possible11 app.
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