Official PSL 2026 Schedule: Complete Fixtures, Match Timings, and Venues
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The wait is finally over for cricket fans across the globe! The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially released the complete schedule and fixtures list for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026. Marking the 11th edition of the country's premier T20 tournament, this year promises to be the biggest and most thrilling season yet.
With the historic addition of two new franchises—the Hyderabad Kingsmen and the Rawalpindi Pindiz—the tournament has officially expanded to 8 teams. Running from March 26 to May 3, 2026, fans will witness a record number of matches spread across six magnificent host cities, bringing the joy of live cricket to more doorsteps than ever before.
Standard Match Timings
To accommodate fans attending the stadiums and those watching live broadcasts, the PCB has retained its highly successful dual-timing structure. Please note that all times listed below are in Pakistan Standard Time (PKT):
- Day Matches: Will commence sharply at 2:00 PM.
- Night Matches: Will begin under the floodlights at 7:30 PM.
- Friday Double-Headers: The first match on Fridays will begin slightly later at 3:00 PM to accommodate Jummah prayers.
The Venues: 6 Cities to Host the Action
Breaking away from the traditional three-city format, the PCB has expanded the venue list to spread the festive atmosphere across the nation. The matches will be played at:
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- National Bank Stadium, Karachi
- Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan
- Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- Arbab Niaz Stadium, Peshawar (First-time host)
- Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad (First-time host)
Complete PSL 2026 Fixtures List
Below is the detailed, match-by-match schedule for the upcoming PSL 11 season. Mark your calendars and get ready to support your favorite franchise!
| Date | Match Details (Teams) | Venue | Time (PKT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Stage - March | |||
| March 26 | Lahore Qalandars vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| March 27 | Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| March 28 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Peshawar | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| March 28 | Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| March 29 | Quetta Gladiators vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Lahore | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| March 29 | Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| March 31 | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| Group Stage - April | |||
| April 1 | Multan Sultans vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Multan | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 2 | Islamabad United vs Quetta Gladiators | Rawalpindi | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 2 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Karachi Kings | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 3 | Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars | Multan | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 4 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Islamabad United | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 5 | Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators | Multan | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 6 | Multan Sultans vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Multan | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 8 | Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen vs Peshawar Zalmi | Karachi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 9 | Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United | Faisalabad | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 9 | Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi | Karachi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 10 | Quetta Gladiators vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Karachi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 11 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars | Faisalabad | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 11 | Karachi Kings vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Karachi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 12 | Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen vs Islamabad United | Karachi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 13 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans | Faisalabad | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 15 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators | Faisalabad | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 16 | Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Faisalabad | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 16 | Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United | Karachi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 17 | Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators | Faisalabad | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 18 | Lahore Qalandars vs Rawalpindi Pindiz | Faisalabad | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 19 | Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings | Lahore | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 19 | Quetta Gladiators vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 21 | Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators | Lahore | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 21 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 22 | Karachi Kings vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Lahore | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 22 | Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 23 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Islamabad United | Rawalpindi | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 23 | Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 24 | Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 25 | Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings | Lahore | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 25 | Lahore Qalandars vs Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 26 | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi | 2:00 PM (Day) |
| April 26 | Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| The Playoffs | |||
| April 28 | Qualifier | Rawalpindi | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| April 29 | Eliminator 1 | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| May 1 | Eliminator 2 | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
| May 3 | The Grand Finale | Lahore | 7:30 PM (Night) |
* Note: The schedule is subject to minor changes by the PCB based on weather conditions or unforeseen logistical requirements. Ticket sales will go live two weeks prior to the opening ceremony.
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