The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 kicked off with an exciting match between the Peshawar Zalmi (PSZ) and the league’s newest team, the Rawalpindi Pindiz (RWP) on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This match marked a historic debut for the Pindiz, one of two expansion teams joining the PSL this year alongside the Hyderabad Kingsmen.
Match Overview: Peshawar Zalmi vs Rawalpindi Pindiz
The anticipation was high as both teams looked to start their campaign with a win. For Peshawar Zalmi, led by star batter Babar Azam, it was a chance to redeem themselves after a disappointing last season where they finished at the bottom of the table. Rawalpindi Pindiz, on the other hand, aimed to make a memorable first impression in the PSL.
Toss and Team Lineups
Rawalpindi Pindiz won the toss and elected to bat first. Here are the starting lineups for both teams:
- Rawalpindi Pindiz: Mohammad Rizwan (w/c), Yasir Khan, Abdullah Fazal, Kamran Ghulam, Sam Billings, Daryl Mitchell, Amad Butt, Rishad Hossain, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir, Asif Afridi
- Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris (w), Kusal Mendis, Aaron Hardie, Farhan Yousaf, Michael Bracewell, Abdul Samad, Aamer Jamal, Sufiyan Muqeem, Shoriful Islam, Ali Raza
Where to Watch
Unfortunately, the match was not aired in India. However, fans outside of India could enjoy the live action. For comprehensive cricket coverage, including live scores, match results, and schedules, Outlook India is a great resource.
Match Result & Highlights
Peshawar Zalmi clinched an opening win thanks to impressive knocks from Mohammad Haris and Abdul Samad. Stay tuned to Cricbuzz for detailed highlights and analysis of the match.
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