The excitement for cricket is at its peak as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially released the HBL PSL Schedule 2026. This 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League promises to be bigger and better, featuring world-class international stars and local talent. With the 2026 season carefully planned to avoid clashes with the international cricket calendar, fans can expect high-octane action across Pakistan’s most iconic stadiums.
This guide provides the full match list, venue details, and timing updates to ensure you don’t miss a single ball.
PSL 2026 Format and Teams
The tournament will follow the double round-robin format, followed by the playoffs. The six competing franchises remain:
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Lahore Qalandars
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Karachi Kings
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Islamabad United
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Peshawar Zalmi
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Quetta Gladiators
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Multan Sultans
Key Match Dates and Opening Ceremony
The 2026 season is set to kick off in February 2026, with a grand opening ceremony planned at the Gaddafi Stadium.
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Opening Match: The defending champions will face off against the runners-up in a high-stakes opener.
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The Final: Scheduled for mid-March 2026, the final will determine the new kings of Pakistan cricket.
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Double Headers: On weekends, fans will enjoy two matches a day, with the first starting at 2:00 PM and the second at 7:00 PM (PKT).
Official Venues for PSL 11 (2026)
The PCB has selected four major cities to host the matches. The venues have undergone significant renovations to improve the spectator experience:
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Lahore: Gaddafi Stadium (Host of the Opening Ceremony).
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Karachi: National Bank Cricket Arena.
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Multan: Multan Cricket Stadium (Known for its incredible crowd atmosphere).
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Rawalpindi: Pindi Cricket Stadium (Famous for high-scoring matches).
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Quetta/Peshawar (Exhibition): While major matches are in the big four cities, special exhibition matches are being discussed for Bugti Stadium and Arbab Niaz Stadium.
PSL 2026 Full Time Table (Selected Big Matches)
Ticket Prices and Booking Information
For the 2026 season, the PCB has introduced a simplified digital ticketing system:
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Booking Platform: Tickets can be booked online via pcb.bookme.pk.
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Price Range: General enclosure tickets start from Rs. 500, while VIP/Hospitality boxes range up to Rs. 15,000.
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Physical Tickets: Fans can also purchase tickets from designated TCS centers across the host cities.
Where to Watch PSL 2026 Live?
You can catch all the live action through the following official broadcasters:
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TV Channels: A-Sports, PTV Sports, and Ten Sports.
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Digital Streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha, and the Myco App.
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International: Sky Sports (UK), Willow TV (USA), and Fox Sports (Australia).
Pro Tip: Make sure to book your tickets early for “El-Clasico” of PSL—Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings—as these matches usually sell out within hours of the portal opening.
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