The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially unveiled the schedule for Pakistan Super League Season 11, with the 44-match tournament set to take place from March 26 to May 3, 2026.
This year’s edition marks a historic expansion as eight teams will compete for the first time in the league’s history. Matches will be played across six venues in Faisalabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Peshawar, and Rawalpindi.
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Notably, Faisalabad and Peshawar will host PSL matches for the first time, expanding the tournament’s reach to new cricket fans.
The Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings rivalry remains the biggest clash of the league.
In PSL 11, the two teams will meet twice, with both matches scheduled to be played in Lahore, promising an exciting contest for fans of both franchises.
Two New Teams Join PSL
The league will feature eight franchises in the 39-day competition:
- Hyderabad Kingsmen
- Islamabad United
- Karachi Kings
- Lahore Qalandars
- Multan Sultans
- Peshawar Zalmi
- Quetta Gladiators
- Rawalpindi Pindiz
The two newly added franchises, Hyderabad Kingsmen and Rawalpindi Pindiz, joined the league following the PSL auction. The teams were reportedly acquired for PKR 175 crore and PKR 245 crore, respectively.
Tournament Format
Under the schedule, each team will play 10 group-stage matches before the top four teams advance to the playoffs.
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The knockout stage will include:
- Qualifier 1
- Eliminator
- Qualifier 2
- Final
The playoffs will run from April 28 to May 3, with the final scheduled at Gaddafi Stadium. A reserve day for the final has also been set for May 4.
Key Venues and Match Distribution
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
The stadium will host 15 matches, including the opening match on March 26 between Lahore Qalandars and Hyderabad Kingsmen. The venue will also stage three double-headers during the tournament.
Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar
Formerly known as Arbab Niaz Cricket Stadium, the venue will host its first PSL match on March 28 between Peshawar Zalmi and Rawalpindi Pindiz.
Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
The stadium will host seven PSL matches, marking the city’s debut in hosting the league. The first game here will be played on April 9 between Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United.
Multan Cricket Stadium
The venue will host four evening matches, all featuring Multan Sultans, starting with a clash against Hyderabad Kingsmen on April 1.
National Bank Stadium, Karachi
Previously known as National Stadium, this venue will stage six matches, including games featuring Karachi Kings, Hyderabad Kingsmen, and Peshawar Zalmi.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
The stadium will host 11 matches, including one playoff qualifier, with home fixtures for Islamabad United and Rawalpindi Pindiz.
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Launched in 2016, the Pakistan Super League has become Pakistan’s premier T20 cricket tournament. Over the years, the league has expanded in popularity and helped bring international cricket back to the country.
With two new teams and additional venues, the 11th edition signals a new phase of growth for the tournament and aims to engage a wider fan base across Pakistan.
