The 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) is set to start on 26 March, with fans eagerly awaiting the action. All team captains for the tournament have now been confirmed. The line-up features a mix of top Pakistani players and experienced overseas stars.
PSL 11 Team Captains
- Islamabad United: Shadab Khan
- Lahore Qalandars: Shaheen Afridi
- Karachi Kings: David Warner
- Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam
- Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel
- Multan Sultans: Ashton Turner
- Pindiz: Muhammad Rizwan
- Hyderabad Kingsmen: Hammad Azam
Tickets for PSL 11 go on sale tomorrow through the official online ticketing partner. Fans can secure their seats for matches across six cities.
Tournament Schedule and Format
The season will open at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, with defending champions Lahore Qalandars taking on Hyderabad Kingsmen. The league runs for 39 days, ending on 3 May, with a total of 44 matches. A reserve day is scheduled for 4 May if needed.
Each team will play 10 group-stage matches, and the top four teams will advance to the playoffs. This season features six double-header matches, three of them in Lahore.
Venues Across Pakistan
Matches will be hosted in Lahore, Karachi, Multan, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, and Peshawar. Faisalabad and Peshawar are hosting PSL games for the first time.
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: 15 matches
- Rawalpindi: 11 matches
- Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad: 7 matches
- National Bank Stadium, Karachi: 6 matches
- Multan: 4 matches
- Peshawar: 1 match (Peshawar Zalmi vs Pindiz on 28 March)
Fans can expect competitive cricket, thrilling finishes, and standout performances from both Pakistani and international players.
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With the start of PSL 11, excitement is building across the country as cricket enthusiasts prepare for a month-long celebration of the sport. The tournament promises action-packed matches, iconic venues, and a showcase of Pakistan’s top cricketing talent.
