HYK vs ISL Dream11 Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- PSL 2026, Match 21
Published - 11 Apr 2026, 08:03 PM
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A prime-time clash on 12th April at 7:30 PM IST will feature Hyderabad Kingsmen battling Islamabad United at National Stadium, Karachi.
Get the best HYK vs ISL Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 21st match of the PSL 2026. Expert analysis and more.
HYK vs ISL Match Preview:
The Pakistan Super League 2026 will move forward with Match 21, where Hyderabad Kingsmen will face Islamabad United at the National Stadium in Karachi on April 12, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM IST. As the standings begin to settle, both teams will enter this contest with different priorities, as Islamabad will aim to strengthen their top-three position, while Hyderabad will look to secure their first win and gain momentum.
Islamabad United will approach this game in strong form, as they will hold 3rd place with 7 points from five matches. Moreover, Shadab Khan will lead the side with all-round contributions, while Devon Conway will provide consistency with the bat. In addition, Haider Ali will strengthen the finishing role, and Richard Gleeson will enhance the pace attack, and as a result, United will aim to continue their momentum and push for a top-two finish.
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Meanwhile, Hyderabad Kingsmen will arrive still searching for their first victory after four matches, which will place them in 7th position with 0 points. However, Marnus Labuschagne will guide a lineup filled with experienced players, while Glenn Maxwell and Kusal Perera will add strength to the batting unit. Furthermore, the team will look to improve execution, and therefore, they will aim to deliver a determined performance to challenge Islamabad.
Thus, both teams will step onto the field with clear objectives. Islamabad United will focus on strengthening their playoff chances with another win, while Hyderabad Kingsmen will aim to break their losing streak and open their account. Additionally, the conditions in Karachi will offer balance, so both captains will look to control the middle overs to gain an advantage.
HYK vs ISL Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Hyderabad Kingsmen | 0 |
Islamabad United | 0 |
HYK vs ISL Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 36°C |
Weather Forecast | Clear Sky |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 169 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Poor |
Winning % | 44% |
HYK vs ISL Playing 11s (Predicted):
Hyderabad Kingsmen Playing 11:
1) Saim Ayub
2) Maaz Sadaqat
3) Sharjeel Khan
4) Usman Khan (wk)
5) Marnus Labuschagne ©
6) Kusal Perera
7) Muhammad Irfan Khan
8) Hassan Khan
9) Maheesh Theekshana
10) Hunain Shah
11) Mohammad Ali
Islamabad United Playing 11:
1) Devon Conway (wk)
2) Sameer Minhas
3) Mohammad Faiq
4) Haider Ali
5) Mark Chapman
6) Shadab Khan ©
7) Imad Wasim
8) Faheem Ashraf
9) Chris Green
10) Richard Gleeson
11) Salman Irshad
Hot Picks for HYK vs ISL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Shadab Khan – Dynamic right-handed batting all-rounder and Islamabad United captain has scored 73 runs and taken 7 wickets, maintaining an impressive 6.93 economy rate. |
Devon Conway – Consistent left-handed wicketkeeper-batsman for Islamabad United has accumulated 109 runs in 4 matches, highlighted by a fluent unbeaten 59 at 168.57 strike rate. |
Top Picks:
Sameer Minhas – Aggressive right-handed top-order batsman for Islamabad United has amassed 185 runs in 4 matches, including a brilliant unbeaten 82* at 170.83 strike rate. |
Saim Ayub – Explosive left-handed opening batsman and right-arm off-break all-rounder for Hyderabad Kingsmen has scored 66 runs and claimed 4 wickets in campaign. |
Budget Picks:
Kusal Perera – Dynamic left-handed top-order batsman for Hyderabad Kingsmen has scored 59 runs in 2 matches, highlighted by a quick 58 at 165.71 strike rate. |
Richard Gleeson – Skilled right-arm medium-fast bowler for Islamabad United has taken 4 wickets in 3 matches, maintaining excellent control with an economy rate of 5.81. |
HYK vs ISL PSL 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Shadab Khan & Devon Conway |
Vice-Captain | Saim Ayub & Sameer Minhas |
HYK vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Devon Conway, Usman Khan
- Batters – Mark Chapman, Marnus Labuschagne, Sameer Minhas
- All-rounders – Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan ©, Saim Ayub (vc), Maaz Sadaqat
- Bowlers – Maheesh Theekshana

HYK vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Kusal Perera, Devon Conway ©
- Batters – Mark Chapman, Marnus Labuschagne, Sameer Minhas (vc)
- All-rounders – Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub
- Bowlers – Richard Gleeson, Maheesh Theekshana

HYK vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 21 PSL 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
S Gul | 7.0 credits | NA |
S Saad Ali | 6.5 credits | NA |
HYK vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 21 PSL 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Shadab Khan |
GL Captaincy Choice | Devon Conway |
Punt Picks | Richard Gleeson and Kusal Perera |
Dream11 Combination | 2-3-5-1 |
HYK vs ISL Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the current form of the teams, Islamabad United is expected to win this match.
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