PSL 2026: Match 38, LAH vs PES Match Prediction – Who will win today’s PSL match between Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi?

Published - 24 Apr 2026, 12:54 IST | Updated - 24 Apr 2026, 14:11 IST

Lahore Qalandars will take on Peshawar Zalmi in Match No.38 of the Pakistan Super League 2026 on April 25 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

Lahore Qalandars are currently fifth in the table with four wins from nine matches. They will be eager to secure a victory in this crucial encounter, as it could significantly boost their chances of qualifying for the next round.

Meanwhile, Peshawar Zalmi have already qualified and sit at the top of the points table. With eight wins from nine matches, they have been the standout team of the tournament so far and will look to carry forward their momentum and finish at the top.

Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore has produced quite a few high-scoring encounters this season. Chasing would be the more favourable option here as the conditions do not change much. The new ball will be crucial for both teams as early wickets could be key.

Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Farooq, Abdullah Shafique, Charith Asalanka, Haseebullah Khan (wk), Sikandar Raza, Daniel Sams, Shaheen Afridi (c), Usama Mir, Ubaid Shah, Haris Rauf

James Vince, Babar Azam (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Farhan Yousaf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Abdul Samad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Basit, Ali Raza

Kusal Mendis might be the key batter in this clash and is leading the run-scorer charts. He has scored 493 runs in eight innings. His runs will be crucial as he often leads the team from the front, and his presence can significantly influence the outcome of the game.

Sufiyan Muqeem has been in impressive form with the ball, taking 18 wickets in eight innings. His four-over spells have consistently troubled the opposition, as batters often struggle to score freely against him, leading to crucial wickets at key moments.