set for 11th At 3:00 PM IST in April, the match nineteen will see Peshawar Zalmi face Lahore Qalandars at the National Stadium, Karachi.
Get the best PES vs LAH Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for 19.th PSL 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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PES vs LAH Match Preview:
Pakistan Super League 2026 will continue its competitive group stage with Match 19 where Peshawar Zalmi will face Lahore Qalandars at the National Stadium, Karachi on April 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM IST. As the tournament approaches the decisive stage, both teams will be aiming to score crucial points as a win here will cement their positions in the eight-team table.
Historically, both sides will bring a strong rivalry to this competition, as they have consistently produced competitive matches in the PSL. They will often be involved in high-scoring encounters, and hence, this match will provide a crucial opportunity for any team to build momentum and improve their place in the points table.
Peshawar Zalmi will be going into this match with high confidence after performing brilliantly in their previous game where they scored 246/3 against Karachi Kings. Under the leadership of Babar Azam, the team will rely on Kusal Mendis for aggressive batting, while Abdul Samad will add strength to the middle order. Furthermore, their bowling unit will support the batting strength by maintaining balance, and as a result, Zalmi will aim to continue their strong performances.
Meanwhile, Lahore Qalandars will go into this game looking to bounce back from their previous defeat, where they struggled with the bat. They will try to regain their earlier form and perform as a complete unit. Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead the pace attack, while Fakhar Zaman will provide the aggression at the top. Furthermore, Sikandar Raza will contribute with his all-round abilities and hence, the team will aim to deliver a disciplined performance to bounce back.
Overall, both the teams will be targeting this match as a crucial opportunity to grab two valuable points. Peshawar Zalmi will focus on maintaining their batting dominance, while Lahore Qalandars will look to make a strong comeback and move up the table. Furthermore, the conditions in Karachi will be favorable for batting, so both the captains will look to make the most of the powerplay overs.
PES vs LAH head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Peshawar Zalmi |
11 |
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Lahore Qalandars |
9 |
PES vs LAH Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
34°C |
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weather forecast |
sunny |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
177 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
Poor |
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Victory % |
46% |
PES vs LAH Playing 11 (Predicted):
Peshawar Zalmi Playing 11:
1) Babar Azam ©
2) Mohammad Haris
3) Kusal Mendis (Wicketkeeper)
4) Aaron Hardy
5) Farhan Yusuf
6) Michael Bracewell
7) Abdul Samad
8)Amer Jamal
9) Sufiyan Muqeem
10) Noisy Islam
11) Ali Raza
Lahore Qalandars Playing 11: :
1) Mohammad Naeem
2) Abdullah Shafiq
3) Parvez Hussain Emon
4) Rubin Harman
5) Sikandar Raza
6) Hasibullah Khan (Wicketkeeper)
7) Asif Ali
8) Shaheen Shah Afridi ©
9) Haris Rauf
10) Mustafizur Rahman
11) Ubaid Shah
PES vs LAH Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Iftikhar Ahmed – The versatile right-handed batting all-rounder and right-arm off-break bowler for Peshawar Zalmi has delivered consistent match-winning bowling performances, taking 4/21 and 3/9. |
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Kusal Mendis – Peshawar Zalmi’s explosive right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman scored 109 runs off 52 balls, dominating the opposition with aggressive strokeplay and establishing himself as a premier power-hitter. |
Raises up:
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Babar Azam – The brilliant right-handed opening batsman and captain of Peshawar Zalmi scored 87 runs off 51 balls, opening the innings while maintaining consistency among the top run-scorers. |
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Sikandar Raza – The experienced right-handed batting all-rounder and right-arm off-break bowler for Lahore Qalandars contributed 24 runs off 10 balls and claimed 2/27 in a crucial match. |
Budget Selection:
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Mohammad Haris – Aggressive right-handed opening wicketkeeper-batsman for Peshawar Zalmi scored 47 runs from 28 balls, provided a fast start and applied early pressure in the powerplay. |
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Haris Rauf – Lahore Qalandars’ lethal right-arm fast bowler took 2/22, effectively leading the attack with pace and control during high-pressure phases. |
PES vs LAH PSL 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
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captain |
Kusal Mendis and Iftikhar Ahmed |
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vice captain |
Sikandar Raza and Babar Azam |
PES vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Kusal Mendis©, Hasibullah Khan
- Batsmen- Babar Azam, Abdullah Shafiq, Mohammad Naeem
- Allrounders – Sikandar Raza (Vice Captain), Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed
- Bowlers- Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqim, Nahid Rana
PES vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Haris
- Batsmen – Babar Azam (Vice Captain), Abdullah Shafiq, Mohammad Naeem
- Allrounders – Sikandar Raza, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed ©
- Bowlers- Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem
PES vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Today Match 19 PSL 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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M Farooq-L |
7.0 credit |
No |
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M Tahir Baig |
7.0 credit |
No |
PES vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Today Match 19 PSL 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Kusal Mendis |
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gl captaincy option |
Iftikhar Ahmed |
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choice of punt |
Haris Rauf and Mohammad Haris |
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dream11 combination |
2-3-3-3 |
PES vs LAH Match Winner Prediction:
With a well-built team, Peshawar Zalmi will emerge as the favorites to win this match.
