PES vs RAP Today Match Prediction – Pakistan Super League 2026, 3rd Match Who Will Win?

Peshawar Zalmi will face Rawalpindi Pindiz in the third match of the Pakistan Super League 2026, played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday. Peshawar Zalmi is led by Pakistan star player Babar Azam. The team features a strong all-round line-up including Aaron Hardie, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed and Aamer Jamel. James Vince opted out of PSL due to personal reasons and has been replaced by Zimbabwe opener Brian Bennett.

On the other hand, Rawalpindi Pindiz competed in the PSL for the first time. They are captained by wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan and will be eager to make an immediate impact in the tournament. Apart from Rizwan the side has added Kiwi batsman Daryl Mitchell and their bowling attack relies on experienced pacer Mohammad Amir and Naseem Shah.

Also Read: PSL 2026, Match 3: PSZ vs RWP Head-to-Head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

PES vs RAP Match Details 

• Match: Peshawar Zalmi vs Rawalpindi Pindiz, 3rd Match

• Date: 28th March 2026

• Time: 3:00 PM IST

• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

• Live Streaming: YouTube 

PES vs RAP Weather Report

Pitch Report - Gaddafi Stadium

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is renowned for its pace and bounce. Fast bowlers usually find help here with the new ball. Batting will be difficult in the second innings as the pitch slows down.

• Win Batting First: 54%

• Win Bowling First: 46%

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 180

• Average 2nd Innings: 155

PES vs RAP Recent Form

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

• PES Wins - 0

• RAP Wins - 0

Top Batters to Watch – PES vs RAP

• Babar Azam (PES): 4596 runs in T20I

• Mohammad Rizwan (RAP): 3414 runs in T20I 

• Kusal Mendis (PES): 2622 runs in T20I 

Top Bowlers to Watch – PES vs RAP

• Mohammad Amir (RAP): 71 wickets in T20I 

• Naseem Shah (RAP): 32 wickets in T20I 

• Michael Bracewell (PES): 35 wickets in T20I 

PES vs RAP Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If PES bats first

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 160–170

• Match Result: RAP to win

Scenario 2: If RAP bats first

• Powerplay Score: 45–55

• Predicted Total: 170–185

• Match Result: RAP to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

PES vs RAP Predicted Playing XIs

Peshawar Zalmi (PES)

Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris (wk), Brian Bennett, Kusal Mendis, Iftikhar Ahmed, Aaron Hardie, Aamir Jamal, Michael Bracewell, Khurram Shahzad, Shahnawaz Dahani, Sufiyan Muqeem.

Rawalpindi Pindiz (RAP)

Mohammad Rizwan (c/wk), Usman Khawaja, Sam Billings, Kamran Ghulam, Daryl Mitchell, Amad Butt, Asif Afridi, Naseem Shah, Fawad Ali, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Amir.

Why Rawalpindi Pindiz is the favourite

• Looking like a solid squad

• Excellent pace attack

• Reliable International players 

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

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Rawalpindi Pindiz is the favourite to win this Pakistan Super League 2026 match. Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Amir and Kusal Mendis are expected to be the key performers.

Prediction: Rawalpindi Pindiz