PES vs QUE Dream11 Prediction: Match 23, PSL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report – Pakistan Super League 2026
Match Preview
Peshawar Zalmi set to face Quetta Gladiators in the 23rd match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL) at the National Stadium in Karachi, on Wednesday, April 15. In the 23rd match of the PSL 2026, Peshawar Zalmi (PES) will take on Quetta Gladiators (QUE). Peshawar Zalmi performed brilliantly in the last game, defeating Multan Sultans by 24 runs. Batting first, Peshawar posted a total of 196 runs, while Multan scored just 172. For Peshawar, Kusal Mendis emerged as the top scorer with 68 runs off just 40 balls. Apart from him, Mohammad Haris played well and scored 38 runs. In the bowling department, Sufiyan Muqeem performed well and took three wickets, while Iftikhar Ahmed and Nahid Rana took two wickets each.
On the other hand, Quetta Gladiators also performed well in the previous game, as they won by 61 runs against Rawalpindi. Batting first, Quetta posted 182, while Rawalpindi were all out for just 121. Rilee Rossouw emerged as the top scorer for Quetta with 53 runs off 42 deliveries. While Saud Shakeel also provided a good start with 42 off just 39 balls. In the bowling department, Quetta performed outstandingly. Jahandad Khan, Usman Tariq and Saud Shakeel stood out as the top performers with the ball as they took two wickets each; apart from them, Abrar Ahmed and Kashif Bhatti also bowled well and took one wicket each.
Match Information- PES vs QUE Dream11 Prediction
Match: Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators, Match 23
Series: Pakistan Super League 2026
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
Pitch Report
The pitch at the National Stadium in Karachi is widely regarded as a batting-friendly surface. The pitch generally supports aggressive stroke play, enabling batters to score at a brisk pace. However, as the game advances, it gradually offers more assistance to spinners. Furthermore, the presence of heavy dew in evening matches often gives an advantage to teams batting second. The surface usually delivers high-scoring games, with an average first-innings score of about 178 runs.
Average 1st Innings Score: 178 Pitch
Condition: Average
Weather Report
Conditions: Clear
Probable Playing XI
Peshawar Zalmi
Babar Azam (C) Farhan Yousaf Abdul Samad Sufyan Moqim Michael Bracewell Iftikhar Ahmed Aamer Jamal Mohammad Haris K Mendis Shoriful Islam Nahid Rana Bench: Khalid Usman, JM Vince, AM Hardie, Ali Raza, A Subhan, Kashif Ali, Mirza Baig, Khurram Shahzad, Shahnawaz Dahani, Brian Bennett, M Basit, Tanzid Hasan
Quetta Gladiators
Saud Shakeel (C) RR Rossouw H Nawaz Khawaja Nafay B Jacobs J Khan K Ahmed Kashif Bhatti SB Harper Usman Tariq Abrar Ahmed Bench: Bismillah Khan, BR McDermott, Shamyl Hussain, TK Curran, Brett Hampton, K Zaib, Jahanzaib Sultan, Ahsan Ali, Saqib Khan, Waseem Akram, Alzarri Joseph, Ahmed Daniyal
Injury News
No injury updates have been reported so far. Any changes will be updated closer to the match.
Captain Picks
Babar Azam (PES)
Babar Azam is a top-class batter who has consistently delivered impressive performances in the PSL. He has scored 413 runs across his last 10 matches. Given his current form, he is well-positioned to make a significant impact this season.
Saud Shakeel (QUE)
Saud Shakeel is a brilliant T20 batter and is currently in good form. He has scored 42 runs and taken two wickets against Rawalpindi in the previous game. He is a key player for Quetta this season.
Top Picks
Kusal Mendis (PES)
Kusal Mendis is a good T20 batter and has performed well recently. He has scored 341 runs in the last 6 games, including 68 in the previous game against Multan. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Peshawar this season.
Hasan Nawaz (QUE)
Hasan Nawaz is a good, top-class batter and has also performed well in the PSL. He has scored 510 runs in the last 10 games. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Quetta Gladiators this season.
Budget Picks
Usman Tariq (QUE)
Usman Tariq is an excellent spinner and is currently in good form. Moreover, he took 11 wickets in the last 8 games, including two wickets in the last game. He can perform well this season.
Sufyan Moqim (PES)
Sufiyan Muqim has performed exceptionally well in the PSL recently. He has taken 13 wickets in the last six games. His fans will expect a good performance from him this season.
Players to Avoid
Shahnawaz Dahani (PES)
Aaron Hardie (PES)
Mega League Team
Wicketkeepers: Sam Harper, Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Haris
Batters: Hasan Nawaz, Rilee Rossouw, Babar Azam, Sufyan Moqim, Saud Shakeel
All-Rounders: Iftikhar Ahmed
Bowlers: Usman Tariq, Nahid Rana
Grand League Team
Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Haris
Batters: Hasan Nawaz, Rilee Rossouw, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel
All-Rounders: Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell
Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq, Nahid Rana
Match Prediction
Winner: Peshawar Zalmi
FAQs- PES vs QUE Dream11 Prediction
Who is the captain of Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 2026?
Babar Azam is captaining Peshawar Zalmi this season.
Who is the captain of Quetta Gladiators?
Saud Shakeel is captaining Quetta Gladiators this season.
What is the pitch condition at National Stadium, Karachi?
The pitch is batting-friendly and supports high-scoring games. Spinners get assistance as the match progresses, and dew often favours the chasing team. The average 1st innings score is around 178 runs.
How did both teams perform in their recent PSL 2026 matches?
Peshawar Zalmi won by 24 runs against Multan Sultans, while Quetta Gladiators won by 61 runs against Rawalpindi Pindiz.
Who are the best captain and vice-captain choices for the PES vs QUE Dream11 team?
Babar Azam and Saud Shakeel are strong captaincy options. Kusal Mendis, Hasan Nawaz, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Usman Tariq are excellent vice-captain choices for Grand League and Head-to-Head contests.
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