ISU vs PSZ Match Prediction, Pitch & Weather Report, Playing XIs, Head-to-Head, Free Live Streaming - PSL 2026 Match 7
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Peshawar Zalmi started PSL 2026 with a promising win under Babar Azam's leadership, while Islamabad United, the promising side in the Pakistan Super League, made a losing start to their campaign. The ISU vs PSZ game would be a clash between the two former PSL champions.
Islamabad United are one of the most successful teams in the competition's history, as they are one of the two teams to have won the title thrice. The first time Islamabad United won the title was in the maiden season of the PSL in 2016; they then backed their performances with two more titles in 2018 and 2024. On the other hand, Peshawar Zalmi have played the most number of finals in the competition and have managed to win it just once.
The following article will include the match details, full revealed squads, playing XIs, head-to-head form, streaming details, form and fitness, and the predicted playing XI for the ISU vs PSZ match.
ISU vs PSZ 7th Game, PSL 2026 Match Details
Match: Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi, Match 7, PSL 2026
Date: March 31, 2026
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Time: 7:30 PM IST, 7:00 PM Local
Live Streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha, and Myco.
Live Broadcast: A Sports, PTV Sports, Geo Super, and Ten Sports
ISU vs PSZ Head-to-Head Record
The Islamabad United team, which is one of the toughest opponents in the history of the competition, has had an equally stunning hand against the Peshawar Zalmi side. The Zalmis have also won on the same number of occasions as the United side.
| In the | Matches Played | ISU Won | PSZ Won | N/R | Tied |
| PSL | 27 | 13 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Last 5 matches | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
ISU vs PSZ: Last 5 Matches Result
- Peshawar Zalmi won by 6 wickets, PSL 2025 Match 22, 2nd May 2025
- Islamabad United won by 102 runs, PSL 2025 Match 5, 14th April 2025
- Islamabad United won by 5 wickets, PSL 2024 Eliminator 2, 16th March 2024
- Islamabad United won by 29 runs, PSL 2024 Match 20, 4th March 2024
- Peshawar Zalmi won by 8 runs, PSL 2024 Match 13, 26th February 2024
ISU vs PSZ Pitch Report
The big game between Islamabad United and Peshawar Zalmi are scheduled to be played at the iconic venue of the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The pitch offers a stunning batting track, and the even bounce of the surface often helps the batters with their stroke play.
Considering the former matches at this venue, it seemed evident that the seamers are not getting any help from the surface, nor are the spinners. However, it hasn't been a paradise for batters as well, as they have had to work hard to get the runs on the scoreboard.
ISU vs PSZ Weather Report
Lahore has been consistent with its weather. It has had bright sunny days, and the soaring temperature has affected the tracks to some extent. During the nighttime, the temperature would be considerably lower and would facilitate comfortable playing conditions. However, the matches have not been affected by rainfall or the consistent cloud cover in the Lahore sky.
ISU vs PSZ Live Streaming Details
Where will PSL 2026 be Streamed Live? The OTT platforms Tamasha, Myco and Tapmad have been selected to live-stream the PSL matches.
Where will PSL 2026 be broadcast? The PSL matches will be broadcast live across several TV channels across several nations: Geo Super, PTV Sports, A Sports, and Ten Sports.
Where can we watch PSL live in India? This time around, Pakistan Super League matches will not be broadcast live in India, nor will they be available to stream live in India.
ISU vs PSZ: Squads
Islamabad United Squad: Devon Conway (w), Andries Gous, Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Sameer Minhas, Shadab Khan (c), Sameen Gul, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Mehran Mumtaz, Mohsin Riaz, Dipendra Singh Airee, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Richard Gleeson, Shamar Joseph, Chris Green, Salman Irshad, Mohammad Faiq, and Hamza Sajjad.
Peshawar Zalmi Squad: Mohammad Haris (w), Babar Azam (c), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Kusal Mendis, Iftikhar Ahmed, Sufiyan Muqeem, Aaron Hardie, Brian Bennett, Mirza Tahir Baig, Aamer Jamal, Khalid Usman, Khurram Shahzad, Shahnawaz Dahani, Abdul Subhan, Abdul Samad, Michael Bracewell, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana, Ali Raza, Kashif Ali, Farhan Yousaf
ISU vs PSZ Playing XIs
Islamabad United Playing XI: Devon Conway, Sameer Minhas, Andries Gous, Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan (c), Faheem Ashraf, Richard Gleeson, Salman Mirza and Salman Irshad.
Peshawar Zalmi Playing XI: Kusal Mendis, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris, Abdul Samad, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Aamer Jamal, Farhan Yousaf, Sufiyan Muqeem, Shoriful Islam and Ali Raza.
ISU vs PSZ Form and Fitness
No further injuries have been reported in recent times in both camps. The injured players or the players who withdrew before the start of the tournament have been replaced in both camps. Speaking of form, the Zalmi have some of the big international players in Michael Bracewell and Kusal Mendis, the overseas batting options.
Islamabad, on the contrary, largely depends on players from New Zealand, like Devon Conway and Mark Chapman. However, they comprise the legendary Pakistani all-rounder trio comprising Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, and skipper Shadab Khan.
ISU vs PSZ Score Prediction
The average score at this venue is around 180 runs for the teams who opt to bat first at this venue in Lahore. The second innings average score is around 150 runs, and teams have not managed to chase big totals successfully, unlike Peshawar Zalmi, who chased the biggest total in their first game.
ISU vs PSZ Players to Perform Prediction
Best Batsman Prediction:
Who will score the most runs for Peshawar Zalmi? Michael Brazewell or Mohammad Haris
Who will score the most runs for Islamabad United? Devon Conway or Mark Chapman
Best Bowler Prediction
Who will pick the most wickets for Peshawar Zalmi? Shoriful Islam or Sufiyan Muqeem
Who will pick the most wickets for Islamabad United? Shadab Khan or Salman Irshad
ISU vs PSZ Match Prediction—Who will win PSL 2026 Match 7?
Islamabad United did not manage to start the upcoming PSL on a strong note; however, Peshawar Zalmi have managed to win their first game. The Zalmi would surely have the upper hand with the amount of batting quality they possess; however, the balance lies in the United playing XI, who are packed with all-rounders. Hence, Islamabad United are the favourites of the contest.
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