The eleventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 concluded with Peshawar Zalmi lifting the coveted trophy after defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets in Lahore.
Several local and international players shaped the marquee event with their outstanding performances, both with the ball and the bat, throughout the month-long tournament.
Top Five Leading Run Scorers
Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam dominated PSL 2026, scoring 588 runs in 11 innings at an average of 73.50, including two centuries and three fifties, leading his side to title in final.
Sri Lankan batter Kusal Mendis, who represented Peshawar Zalmi followed closely, amassing 550 runs with a strike rate of 168.19, highlighted by a century and four fifties in the campaign.
Opening batter Fakhar Zaman impressed for Lahore Qalandars, compiling 401 runs in eight innings at 57.28 average, striking at 151.89 with one century and four fifties despite a two match ban.
Wicket-keeper batter Usman Khan contributed 389 runs for Hyderabad Kingsmen, maintaining a strike rate of 162.76, registering one century, three fifties, and 22 sixes across 13 matches.
Opening batter Sahibzada Farhan excelled for Multan Sultans, scoring 380 runs at 42.22 average, striking 166.66, producing one century, two fifties, and 23 sixes overall.
| Player | Team | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam | Peshawar Zalmi | 588 | 73.50 | 145.90 | 3 | 2 |
| BKG Mendis | Peshawar Zalmi | 550 | 55.00 | 168.19 | 4 | 1 |
| Fakhar Zaman | Lahore Qalandars | 401 | 57.28 | 151.89 | 4 | 1 |
| Usman Khan | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 389 | 35.36 | 162.76 | 3 | 1 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Multan Sultans | 380 | 42.22 | 166.66 | 2 | 1 |
Top Five Leading Wicket Takers
Star young spinner Sufyan Moqim spearheaded the bowling attack for the champions, claiming 22 wickets in 11 matches at an average of 14.40, including a best of 4/32.
Fast bowler Mohammad Ali impressed for Hyderabad Kingsmen, securing 20 wickets across 12 innings, maintaining a strike rate of 13.60, with best bowling figures of 3/21.
Experienced spinner Shadab Khan delivered consistent performances for Islamabad United, taking 17 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 14.47, highlighted by best figures of 3/13.
Another young pacer Hunain Shah contributed 17 wickets for Hyderabad Kingsmen, striking at 12.88, with standout figures of 4/22, despite conceding runs at an economy of 8.57.
Shaheen Shah Afridi led the bowling attack for Lahore Qalandars, capturing 16 wickets in 10 matches, averaging 18.18, with best figures of 4/18 and economy rate 7.86.
| Bowler | Team | Wickets | Economy | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sufyan Moqim | Peshawar Zalmi | 22 | 7.20 | 4/32 |
| Mohammad Ali | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 20 | 8.36 | 3/21 |
| Shadab Khan | Islamabad United | 17 | 7.02 | 3/13 |
| Hunain Shah | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 17 | 8.57 | 4/22 |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Lahore Qalandars | 16 | 7.86 | 4/18 |
Top Five Foreign Stars
Experienced batter Kusal Mendis powered the batting unit for Peshawar Zalmi, scoring 550 runs at a strike rate of 168.19, including a century and four fifties across 11 innings.
Australian batter great Steve Smith anchored the campaign for Multan Sultans, compiling 380 runs at 161.70 strike rate, highlighted by a century and two fifties in 11 matches.
Marnus Labuschagne contributed 344 runs for Hyderabad Kingsmen, averaging 28.66 with two fifties, maintaining a strike rate of 130.30 across 13 innings and led the side to final.
| Player | Team | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Mendis | Peshawar Zalmi | 550 | 55.00 | 168.19 | 4 | 1 |
| Steve Smith | Multan Sultans | 380 | 34.54 | 161.70 | 2 | 1 |
| Marnus Labuschagne | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 344 | 28.66 | 130.30 | 2 | 0 |
In bowling, former Australian pacer Peter Siddle took 13 wickets for Multan Sultans, averaging 27.30 with best figures of 3/39, though conceding runs at 8.87 economy rate.
Another Australian all-rounder Aaron Hardie impressed for Peshawar Zalmi, claiming 11 wickets in six matches at 12.81 average, highlighted by best figures of 4/27 and economy 7.42.
Aaron Hardie was awarded Player of the Final for his match‑winning performance, taking four wickets for 27 in four overs and scoring 56 off 39 balls to lead his team to victory.
| Bowler | Team | Wickets | Economy | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Siddle | Multan Sultans | 13 | 8.87 | 3/39 |
| AM Hardie | Peshawar Zalmi | 11 | 7.42 | 4/27 |
