KAR vs PES Today Match Prediction – Pakistan Super League 2026, 17th Match Who Will Win?

Karachi Kings will take on Peshawar Zalmi in the 17th match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 played at National Stadium, Karachi on Thursday. Karachi Kings won all their matches and are currently holding second position in the points table with six points. They defeated Rawalpindi in the last match, successfully chasing a target of 198 runs. Azam Khan was the top scorer for Kings, scoring 74 runs off 34 balls.

On the other hand, Peshawar Zalmi have secured two victories and currently stand in fourth position in the points table with five points. They won their last match against Hyderabad Kingsmen on the last ball of the match. Captain Babar Azam was the standout performer for the Zalmi, scoring 43 runs off 37 balls. 

Also Read: PSL 2026, Match 17: KAR vs PSZ Head-to-Head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

KAR vs PES Match Details

• Match: Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, 17th Match

• Date: 9th April 2026

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: National Stadium, Karachi 

• Live Streaming: YouTube 

KAR vs PES Weather Report

Pitch Report - National Stadium

PSL 2026 pitch at National Stadium in Karachi is usually batting-friendly because of its flat surface, good pace, and true bounce that favour stroke-makers. The average first-innings score at this venue is 170 runs. 

• Win Batting First: 27%

• Win Bowling First: 73%

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 170

• Average 2nd Innings: 160

KAR vs PES Recent Form

KAR vs PES Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)

• KAR Wins - 3

• PES Wins - 7

Top Batters to Watch – KAR vs PES

• Azam Khan (KAR): 102 runs in this tournament 

• David Warner (KAR): 93 runs in this tournament 

• Babar Azam (PES): 82 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – KAR vs PES

• Hasan Ali (KAR): 8 wickets in this tournament 

• Iftikhar Ahmed (PES): 4 wickets in this tournament 

• Sufiyan Muqeem (PES): 4 wickets in this tournament 

KAR vs PES Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If KAR bats first

• Powerplay Score: 40–55

• Predicted Total: 160–170

• Match Result: PES to win

Scenario 2: If PES bats first

• Powerplay Score: 55–60

• Predicted Total: 170–190

• Match Result: PES to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

KAR vs PES Predicted Playing XIs

Karachi Kings (KAR)

Reeza Hendricks/David Warner (c), Azam Khan (wk), Muhammad Waseem, Salman Agha, Saad Baig, Khushdil Shah, Moeen Ali, Abbas Afridi, Mir Hamza, Adam Zampa, Hasan Ali.

Peshawar Zalmi (PES)

Babar Azam (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Mohammad Haris, Farhan Yousuf, Michael Bracewell, Abdul Samad, Iftikhar Ahmed, Aamer Jamal, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana, Sufiyan Muqeem.

Why Peshawar Zalmi is the favourite

• Balanced squad 

• Good finisher 

• Solid all-rounder

KAR vs PES Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Peshawar Zalmi are the favourites to win this Pakistan Super League 2026 match. Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Haris and Iftikhar Ahmed are expected to be the key performers.

Prediction: Peshawar Zalmi to win