Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings in PSL 2026 [Source: AFP]
The Karachi Kings are all set to face the Peshawar Zalmi in the 17th PSL 2026 match. The clash is scheduled for April 9 at the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi. With the live match to be played behind closed doors, fans can enjoy the game on air from 7:30 PM IST.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Preview Match 17
The Karachi Kings are so far unbeaten with 3 out of 3 wins in PSL 2026. The David Warner-led team comfortably sits at the second position on the points table and will be looking forward to increasing their tally against a low-spirited Zalmi.
Peshawar Zalmi, on the other hand, have won one match against the Rawalpindiz with the Islamabad match being washed out. Hence, they sit at the 5th position.
The Babar Azam-led team boasts solid firepower at the top and middle, and after the recent match abandonment, they would like to multiply their chances by grabbing the Kings by their neck in the upcoming clash.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Head to Head Records in PSL
| Criterion | Data |
| Matches Played | 23 |
| Karachi Kings Won | 8 |
| Peshawar Zalmi Won | 15 |
| No Result/Tied | 0 |
| Karachi Kings Lost | 15 |
| Peshawar Zalmi Lost | 8 |
[PSL head-to-head records]
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Highest Team Total In PSL
The Karachi Kings have the highest team score against Peshawar Zalmi when they played against them on May 17, 2025, scoring 237 runs for the loss of four wickets and ultimately winning the match.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Lowest Team Total in PSL
The lowest team total between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings is also held by the Kings, with their 108-run total against the Zalmis in Abu Dhabi on June 15, 2021.
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Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Highest Individual Score in PSL
Babar Azam has the highest individual score against the Karachi Kings for the Peshawar Zalmi. The skipper scored 94 runs off just 49 deliveries on May 17, 2025, in Rawalpindi, hitting four sixes and 10 boundaries in the process.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Best Bowling Figures in PSL
Hasan Ali has the best bowling figures of 3/30 against Peshawar Zalmi for Karachi Kings at Lahore on February 21, 2024, when he picked up three wickets in 3.5 overs. In that spell, Ali maintained an economy rate of 7.82 while conceding 30 runs.
Most Runs In Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi PSL
Babar Azam of Peshawar Zalmi has scored the most runs in PSL matches against Karachi Kings. He has amassed 977 runs from 21 matches, averaging 54.27 with a strike rate of 133.65. He also has 12 half-centuries to his name.
Most Wickets in Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi PSL
Hasan Ali has taken the most wickets in Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi contests. He has picked up 19 wickets from 14 matches. Across his 62.1 overs, Ali has maintained an economy rate of 7.72 while striking at 16.4.
Top Run Scorer of the last Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi PSL Match
The last Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings match was played on May 17, 2025, at PSL. In that match, Babar Azam emerged as the highest run-scorer with his 94 off 49 balls against Karachi Kings.
Top Wicket Taker of the last Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi PSL Match
Among the bowlers in that game, England pacer Luke Wood was the leading wicket-taker, claiming two wickets in his four-over spell while conceding just 19 runs.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Form (Last 5 Match Win/Loss Record)
| Team | Form |
| Peshawar Zalmi | W, L, L, W, W |
| Karachi Kings | W, W, W, L, L |
Conclusion
Overall, it is going to be a riveting clash with both Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings giving a tough fight with their might.
While the Zalmis edge on a massive head-to-head margin against the Kings, the recent form of the latter appears to be a solid threat for the dominating opposition.
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