Rawalpindi will include Islamabad United in this Twelfth match of PSL 2026 at Gaddafi StadiumLahore on 4thth April 7:30 pm IST.
Get the best RAP vs ISL Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for 12.th PSL 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
RAP vs ISL Match Preview:
Pakistan Super League 2026 continues its exciting league stage with Match 12, featuring a highly anticipated local rivalry between Rawalpindi and Islamabad United. This key match is scheduled on April 4, 2026 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Fans can watch the live action from 7:30 PM IST. As the tournament heads into the Rawalpindi leg, both teams will be keen to grab crucial points to consolidate their positions on the points table.
Rawalpindies go into this game looking for their first win of the season after a challenging start to their first campaign. They currently sit in 7th After two matches, they are ranked in the points table with 0 points and a net run rate of -0.556. Despite a slow start, the team is relying on the tactical leadership of Mohammad Rizwan and the explosive power of Daryl Mitchell. Furthermore, the pace attack led by Naseem Shah and Mohammad Amir remains a major threat on their home ground. Hence, the Pindies will aim to eventually put on a collective performance to make a mark in front of their home crowd.
Meanwhile, Islamabad United comes for this match in 4th Finished on the standings by scoring 3 points from three matches with a net run rate of +0.133. They have a highly balanced lineup led by the all-round talent of captain Shadab Khan and the world-class opening ability of Devon Conway. Additionally, the experience of Imad Wasim and the finishing skills of Haider Ali provide considerable depth to the team. As they have found some consistency early in the tournament, United will look to maintain their momentum and finish in the top three.
Ultimately, both franchises will step onto the field with a clear objective of securing two crucial points in this historic derby. Rawalpindiz aim to pull off an upset against their neighbors and ignite their season with a historic first win. Islamabad United, on the other hand, intend to consolidate their position as the dominant force in the region by clinical execution. Furthermore, evening conditions at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium generally favor high-scoring contests, making the powerplay overs the deciding factor for both captains.
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RAP vs ISL head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Rawalpindies |
0 |
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islamabad united |
0 |
RAP vs ISL Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
28°C |
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weather forecast |
light rain |
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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 |
162 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
Good |
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Victory % |
52% |
RAP vs ISL Playing 11 (Predicted):
Rawalpindies Playing 11:
1) Yasir Khan
2) Mohammad Rizwan (Captain/Wicketkeeper)
3) Kamran Ghulam
4) Daryl Mitchell
5) Sam Billings
6) Abdullah Fazal
7) Amad Butt
8) Mohammad Aamir
9) Naseem Shah
10) Rishad Hussain
11) Cole McConchie
islamabad united playing 11: :
1) Devon Conway
2) Sameer Minhas
3) Andries Gus (wicketkeeper)
4) Mark Chapman
5) Shadab Khan ©
6) Haider Ali
7) Faheem Ashraf
8) Imad Wasim
9) Salman Mirza
10) Richard Gleason
11) Salman Ershad
Hot Picks for RAP vs ISL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Shadab Khan – The impressive right-handed batting all-rounder and Islamabad United captain scored 69 runs* and took 5 wickets, including an unbeaten 128-run match-winning partnership. |
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Sameer Minhas – The promising right-handed middle-order batsman for Islamabad United has scored 110, a career-best unbeaten 82 off 48 balls in the campaign. |
Raises up:
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Mohammad Rizwan – a consistent right-handed wicketkeeper-opening batsman and captain of Rawalpindi has scored 41 runs while forming a dominant partnership of 125 runs at the top. |
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Daryl Mitchell – The reliable right-handed batting all-rounder for Rawalpindi has contributed 23 runs while delivering a quick cameo at a strike rate of 176.92 to boost the team’s total. |
Budget Selection:
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Imad Wasim – The experienced left-handed batting all-rounder and left-arm orthodox spinner for Islamabad United has taken 2 wickets while controlling the powerplay with an impressive economy rate. |
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Rishad Hussain – The skilful right-arm leg break bowler for Rawalpindiz brings variety to the attack, maintains discipline and secures a place in the playing eleven for major fixtures. |
RAP vs ISL PSL 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
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captain |
Shadab Khan and Sameer Minhas |
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vice captain |
Daryl Mitchell and Mohammad Rizwan |
RAP vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Devon Conway, Sam Billings, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batsmen – Mark Chapman, Yasir Khan, Sameer Minhas
- All-rounders – Kamran Ghulam, Daryl Mitchell (Vice Captain), Shadab Khan ©
- Bowlers- Mohammad Aamir, Salman Irshad
RAP vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Devon Conway, Sam Billings, Mohammad Rizwan (Vice-captain)
- Batsmen – Yasir Khan, Sameer Minhas ©
- Allrounder – Kamran Ghulam, Daryl Mitchell, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers- Salman Irshad, Rishad Hussain
RAP vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 12 PSL 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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S Khan-I |
7.5 credits |
No |
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m fac |
6.5 credits |
No |
RAP vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 12 PSL 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Shadab Khan |
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gl captaincy option |
Sameer Minhas |
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choice of punt |
Rishad Hussain and Imad Wasim |
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dream11 combination |
3-3-3-2 |
RAP vs ISL Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the strength of the team, Rawalpindi is expected to win this match.

