PZ vs QG Match Prediction : 29th Match, Pakistan Super League, 2026
PZ vs QG Win Probability
55%
Peshawar Zalmi
45%
Quetta Gladiators
Peshawar Zalmi To Win, 1.75
Peshawar Zalmi stands as the only undefeated franchise in the current PSL season.
The Zalmi completely dismantled Quetta in their previous head-to-head encounter earlier this tournament.
Peshawar’s ruthless batting lineup consistently posts massive totals that opposition teams simply cannot match.
PZ vs QG Betting Tips
Peshawar Zalmi total runs at the first dismissal to be over 23.5 runs
This is a highly reliable bet given the explosive opening partnership of Mohammad Haris and Babar Azam. The pair recently bludgeoned a 75-run opening stand against these very Quetta Gladiators. Overall this season, they have amassed 161 runs across five innings, averaging just under 40 as a duo. Given their fantastic track record on batting-friendly Karachi surfaces, expect them to easily clear this run line.
Babar Azam to score more than 27.5 runs
The Peshawar skipper remains the undisputed engine of this batting lineup. Babar Azam delivered another masterful, unbeaten half-century in his previous outing against the Gladiators to casually orchestrate an eight-wicket victory. Having already plundered over 300 runs in his six PSL 2026 innings, he is operating in a class of his own. Backing him to score at least 28 runs is one of the safest player props on the board.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Peshawar Zalmi
Quetta Gladiators
Peshawar's batting core has displayed terrifying consistency this season, propelling them to the undisputed top spot on the league table. They have been the tournament's best franchise by a massive margin. Conversely, the Quetta Gladiators continue to linger near the bottom half of the standings, struggling to string together complete performances.
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Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators Head-to-Head Record
Recent history between these two franchises is surprisingly balanced. Across their last five encounters, the Quetta Gladiators have claimed three victories, while Peshawar Zalmi has won twice.
Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators Live-streaming and Broadcast
Fans can catch the action live across the following regional networks:
- Pakistan: PTV Sports, Ten Sports, A Sports (TV); Tapmad, Tamasha (Streaming)
- India: No official broadcast (media rights currently withheld)
- Bangladesh: T Sports
- UK: ARY Digital and Sky Sports
- USA: Willow TV
- UAE: OSN Sports and Tapmad
You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbsports.com.
PZ vs QG Team Previews
Peshawar Zalmi
This Zalmi squad is riding an unstoppable wave of momentum. Their dominance is heavily built upon a flawless opening partnership that sets the tone early. Mohammad Haris provides sheer violence at the top, striking at over 160. This raw power perfectly complements the world-class composure of Babar Azam, who already boasts two unbeaten half-centuries in the 2026 campaign.
Kusal Mendis has also had an excellent season.
Their bowling attack is equally formidable, recently suffocating the Quetta Gladiators and restricting them to just over 150 runs. Spinners Mohammad Basit and Sufiyan Muqeem were the architects of that destruction, claiming three wickets each to completely stall Quetta's momentum.
Veteran Iftikhar Ahmed also provided exceptional control, conceding just 20 runs in his four overs.
Armed with belligerent batters and a spin-bowling cartel that consistently traps opponents in a web, Peshawar Zalmi is the ultimate betting favorite. You should confidently back the only unbeaten team in the tournament.
Peshawar Zalmi Expected Playing 11
Mohammad Haris, Babar Azam (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Aaron Hardie, Farhan Yousaf, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abdul Samad, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Basit, Ali Raza
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Quetta Gladiators
The Lahore Qalandars ruthlessly exposed Quetta's top-order fragility in their recent clash. Openers Shamyl Hussain and Saud Shakeel fell for 0 and 1 respectively, instantly plunging the Gladiators into powerplay panic.
It took a heroic, unbeaten 60 from Rilee Rossouw and a gritty 49 from Hasan Nawaz to stabilize the sinking ship. A subsequent lower-order collapse, highlighted by Dinesh Chandimal’s meager three runs, proved their batting depth is highly questionable.
While Quetta’s bowling showed slight improvement, major concerns remain. Mystery spinner Usman Tariq was brilliant, claiming three for 18 to showcase his undeniable talent. However, while frontline pacers Jahandad Khan and Alzarri Joseph managed to find the wickets column, they leaked runs at an alarming rate.
Currently sitting on three wins and four losses, Quetta’s unpredictable, boom-or-bust nature makes them an incredibly risky proposition—especially when facing the most clinical team in the league.
Quetta Gladiators Expected Playing 11
Shamyl Hussain, Saud Shakeel (c), Rilee Rossouw, Hasan Nawaz, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Bevon Jacobs, Jahandad Khan, Saqib Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq
PZ vs QG Toss Prediction
The National Stadium in Karachi consistently provides a brilliant batting track, particularly during the second innings. With heavy evening dew making the ball difficult to grip for bowlers later in the night, the captain winning the toss will almost certainly elect to field first and chase the target.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Fast bowlers must strike with the brand-new ball, as the pitch flattens out beautifully once the shine wears off, allowing batters to trust the true bounce. Spinners will face the tough task of controlling the middle overs on a surface that heavily favors stroke play.
To emphasize the venue's batting-friendly nature, Peshawar’s average first-innings score in Karachi this season stands at a staggering 205 runs.
Expect clear, warm weather with absolutely no threat of rain, accompanied by a slight, cooling evening breeze.
PZ vs QG : Who Will Win?
Backing the most dominant and consistent team of the tournament is the ultimate no-brainer. Peshawar Zalmi’s flawless record and terrifying batting muscle make them heavy favorites in this PSL clash. On the other hand, the Quetta Gladiators have been incredibly fickle, relying entirely on isolated individual brilliance rather than cohesive team performances.
Bet on Peshawar Zalmi to win.
