The opening match of the HBL PSL 2026 will be held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore
Lahore: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint/Pakistan Point News – March 26, 2026) Shaheen Shah Afridi will Driving Lahore Qalandar will defend his title starting Thursday (today) 26 He walks against new arrivals Hyderabad Kingsmen as the eleventh edition of HBL Pakistan Super League The match will start at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Qalandars, who have played in four of the last six finals HBL Polish Editions, they are paired with arch rivals Karachi kings, Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi. Each team in its group will play each other twice and face teams from that group once.
The other group of four teams is Hyderabad kings, Multan sultans, Islamabad United Rawalpindi. In this format, each team will play 10 matches, after which it will determine the playoffs followed by two eliminations for the finalists. HBL Polish 11.
Of the 44 matches, there are 22 matches each Divides Between Gaddafi Stadium Lahore and National Bank stadium, Karachi. Night games will begin at 7pm PT, while the first of a 12-game doubleheader will begin at 2:30pm PT.
For the first time in history HBL PolishA separate reward has been set for the franchises that the winning franchisee receives US dollars 500,000, the runners-up will get US dollars 300,000 while the franchise is with The best Player development efforts will achieve success US dollars 200,000. Winning the tournament prize For players it will consist of US dollars 500000.
Rawalpindi and Hyderabad The Kingsmen are set to make their debut in HBL Polish As the league enters a new era after the historic team auctions January and February Earlier this year.
Babar Azam, the only player so far to have participated in 100 league matches, tops the league’s top scorers with 3,792 points, followed by Pottery of the past (2,964), Muhammad Radwan (2,770), Shoaib Malik (2350) and Reilly Rousseau (2287).
On the bowling front, Hassan Ali (125), Shaheen Shah Afridi (122), Wahab Riad (113) And Shadab Khan (105) They are the only four players to have taken 100 or more wickets in the history of the tournament.
Among the teams, Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars He has won the championship three times each Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators and Karachi Kings He won HBL Polish Address once each.
Championship leaders’ press conference before the tournament
Shaheen Shah Afridi, Lahore Qalandars
“We have prepared well in our high-performance center in Islamabad. Our focus is on playing well Cricket game And give our The best To defend the title.
“It’s a proud moment for me PCB and everyone Players that HBL Polish Completed 10 years. The league has produced outstanding talent over the years and we hope it will continue to produce quality players Pakistan Cricket game“.
Shadab Khan, Islamabad united
He added: “We have a balanced team with a good mix of experience and youth. Our preparations have gone well and the goal is to play in an attacking and intelligent style.” Cricket game Throughout the tournament.
“HBL Polish It played a big role in growth Pakistan Cricket game. He gave young man Players are a platform to perform under pressure, and as a team we look forward to providing strong performances for our fans.
Babar Azam, Peshawar Zalmi
“We will definitely miss the fans in the stadiums, and I’m sure they will also miss watching the matches live.
Wherever we play, we get tremendous support and we will He tries To play an exciting brand of Cricket game Let’s make our fans proud while they follow us television and Social media.
“We felt that our bowling lacked consistency last season, but this time we have a strong bowling line-up. Our focus is on executing our plans well and achieving better results.”
Muhammad Rizwan, Rawalpindi
“the PCB I put in tremendous efforts to grow HBL Polish Credit also goes to Sethi star To take the initiative to launch the league. Franchise values are up to Billions Reflect the extent of success and importance HBL Polish become.
“With eight teams in the competition, there is now a larger pool of players and more opportunities for talent to emerge. I hope the tournament will help the players perform well, form strong groups for the national team and achieve positive results. results to Pakistan in the future.
Saud Shakeel, Quetta Gladiators
“We have made fruitful preparations and the players are excited to start the tournament strong. Our goal is to play with high quality. Cricket gamestay consistent and give Quetta There are a lot of fans to cheer for him.
“HBL Polish It is still one of the most important platforms for young man Cricket players in Pakistan. Every season new players come in and we hope this edition will continue that tradition while also helping us achieve success as a team.
david warner, Karachi Kings
“It’s great to have such a group of experienced players in our squad. For us, it’s about building on what we achieved last year, adapting quickly to the circumstances and giving ourselves a chance.” The best chance to progress More in the tournament.
“We have put together a strong group in the player auction and there is a lot of quality in the squad. Personally, I feel fit and ready, and I hope I can contribute with runs and help put the team in strong positions.”
marnus labuschagne, Hyderabad Kings
“For us, it’s important that everyone stays true to themselves. I want that.” Driving This side same The way I am Driving My state team at home – by empowering players, supporting their abilities and encouraging them to practice their natural game.
“There’s always pressure when you represent a team in any league or at international level, but that’s also what makes it exciting. This is a new chapter for the Kingsmen in HBL Polish “It is a great opportunity for us to showcase our talents.”
ashton turner, Multan Sultans
“Australian players who get the opportunity to participate in HBL Polish We are very lucky that we are taken care of so well here. the HBL Polish became one of The best Franchise Championships in world And it’s always exciting to be a part of it.
“With new ownership, a new team and a new coaching staff, it feels like the beginning of a new chapter for us. There is a lot of talent in.” Pakistan It’s a great opportunity to play alongside these players and grow together as a team.