PSZ vs RWP Match Prediction, Pitch & Weather Report, Playing XIs, Head-to-Head, Free Live Streaming - PSL 2026 Match 3
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The Rawalpindi PindiZ are a completely new side in the PSL and were formed following a massive change in ownership. The Peshawar Zalmi, on the other hand, finished fifth on the points table and failed to qualify through to the playoff stages.
The Peshawar Zalmi finished in fifth position after the Babar Azam-led side managed to win just 4 of their 10 matches. However, the Multan Sultans were the only side to be below Zalmi in the points table. Mohammad Rizwan had led the Sultans formerly and would be leading the new side, PindiZ, from this season on.
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 PSZ vs RWP match.
PSZ vs RWP 3rd Game, PSL 2026 Match Details
Match: Peshawar Zalmi vs Rawalpindi PindiZ, Match 3, PSL 2026
Date: March 28, 2026
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Time: 3:30 PM IST, 3:00 PM Local
Live Streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha, and Myco.
Live Broadcast: A Sports, PTV Sports, Geo Super, and Ten Sports
PSZ vs RWP Head-to-Head Record
The Peshawar Zalmi would like to bounce back in the upcoming season of the PSL after the Babar Azam-led side missed out on a playoff spot in the last season of the PSL. However, these two teams have never played against each other in the Pakistan Super League and do not have the same head-to-head record.
PSZ vs RWP Pitch Report
This upcoming match will also be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The pitch has functioned as a good pitch to bat on, and the team batting first has often had the upper hand. The surface offers some even bounce, and hence, it helps batters display a wide array of shots.
Spinners do not find much help on such tracks; however, seamers often benefit, especially at the start of the innings. The ground remains one of the highest-scoring grounds in Pakistan. Once again, they would be looking to take the early advantage with some early runs on the board.
PSZ vs RWP Weather Report
The match between Peshawar Zalmi and Rawalpindi PindiZ will be played at the Great Desert City Stadium in Lahore. Since this would be a day game, the scorching heat from the sun would largely affect the match as well as the pitch.
The soaring high temperatures will dry up the pitch and will facilitate spinners playing a massive role here. There would not be many chances of precipitation, despite a thick cloud cover in the sky.
PSZ vs RWP Live Streaming Details
Where will PSL 2026 be Streamed Live? The PSL matches will be streamed live on OTT platforms over Tamasha, Tapmad, and Myco.
Where will PSL 2026 be broadcast? The PSL matches will be broadcast live across several TV channels across several nations: PTV Sports, Geo Super, A Sports, and Ten Sports.
Where can we watch PSL live in India? The Pakistan Super League matches would not be broadcast or streamed live in India due to the internal problems between the two nations.
PSZ vs RWP: Squads
Peshawar Zalmi Squad: Mohammad Haris (w), Babar Azam (c), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Kusal Mendis, Iftikhar Ahmed, Sufiyan Muqeem, Khurram Shahzad, Shahnawaz Dahani, Abdul Subhan, Abdul Samad, Michael Bracewell, Aaron Hardie, Brian Bennett, Mirza Tahir Baig, Aamer Jamal, Khalid Usman, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana, Ali Raza, Kashif Ali, Farhan Yousaf
Rawalpindi Pindiz Squad: Mohammad Rizwan (w/c), Sam Billings, Jalat Khan, Usman Khawaja, Abdullah Fazal, Naseem Shah, Amad Butt, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Amir, Cole McConchie, Asif Afridi, Shahzaib Khan, Yasir Khan, Daryl Mitchell, Dian Forrester, Kamran Ghulam, Saad Masood, Fawad Ali, Mohammad Amir Khan, Razaullah
PSZ vs RWP Playing XIs
Peshawar Zalmi Playing XI: Brian Bennett, Kusal Mendis, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris, Abdul Samad, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Aamer Jamal, Khurram Shahzad, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Shahnawaz Dahani/Ali Raza.
Rawalpindi Pindiz Playing XI: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Usman Khawaja, Kamran Ghulam, Daryl Mitchell, Shahzaib Khan, Saad Masood/Yasir Khan, Sam Billings, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Amir, Asif Afridi, and Naseem Shah.
PSZ vs RWP Form and Fitness
The Peshawar Zalmi had many of their players withdraw from the competition. They saw the likes of James Vince, Dasun Shanaka, Blessing Muzarabani, and Spencer Johnson have all withdrawn from the competition. Jack Edwards, the injured Australian, has been replaced by Aaron Hardie.
Cole McConchie has replaced Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Usman Khawaja has replaced Laurie Evans from the PSL season in the Rawalpindi PindiZ camp. Mohammad Rizwan would look to revive his good form to make his way back into the T20I side with this PSL season.
PSZ vs RWP Score Prediction
The Peshawar Zalmi have a decent batting unit, yet their innings will be challenging as they will have to face the Rawalpindi bowlers, who include Naseem Shah and Mohammad Amir. The Pindiz have a greater pack of inform batters who, on batting first, can help post a decent total. The first innings total at this venue would be nearly 180, while scores are defendable at this venue.
PSZ vs RWP Players to Perform Prediction
Best Batsman Prediction:
Who will score the most runs for Peshawar Zalmi? Brian Bennett or Babar Azam
Who will score the most runs for Rawalpindi Pindiz? Daryl Mitchell or Mohammad Rizwan
Best Bowler Prediction
Who will pick the most wickets for Peshawar Zalmi? Aamer Jamal or Sufiyan Muqeem
Who will pick the most wickets for Rawalpindi Pindiz? Naseem Shah or Mohammad Amir
PSZ vs RWP Match Prediction—Who will win PSL 2026 Match 3?
The Peshawar Zalmi have a very promising side under the Pakistani veteran Babar Azam. On the other hand, Rawalpindi PindiZ will have the upper hand in the contest. The PindiZ will be led by Mohammad Rizwan, and their promising squad offers great versatility for the upcoming season of the competition. With the likes of Naseem Shah in their bowling XI, the PindiZ bowling deck looks more competitive than any other team.
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