Peshawar Zalmi defeated the Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets [2] to win the Pakistan Super League Season 11 title on Sunday.
The victory marks a significant return to form for the franchise, securing its first championship since 2017 [6]. The win establishes Peshawar Zalmi as a dominant force in the league's current era.
The final took place at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan [2]. Peshawar Zalmi controlled the match by restricting the Hyderabad Kingsmen to a total of 129 runs [1]. This low target set the stage for a controlled chase by the Zalmi batting lineup.
Aaron Hardie delivered a standout all-round performance to lead his team to the trophy. Hardie took four wickets for 27 runs [4] during the bowling phase to stifle the Kingsmen's momentum. He then transitioned to the batting order to secure the win, scoring an unbeaten 56 runs [3].
This victory earns Peshawar Zalmi its second title in the history of the league [5]. The team's ability to perform under pressure in the final overrode the Kingsmen's efforts to defend their total.
The match concluded with Peshawar Zalmi lifting the trophy in front of the Lahore crowd. The result cements the team's legacy as one of the few franchises to win titles across different eras of the tournament.
“Peshawar Zalmi defeated the Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets to win the Pakistan Super League Season 11 title.”
The 2026 title victory ends a nearly decade-long championship drought for Peshawar Zalmi. By winning their second title through a dominant all-round performance, the franchise proves it can integrate international talent like Aaron Hardie to overcome the league's newer contenders.
