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Karachi Kings
Schedule 2026

All 10 Karachi Kings schedule fixtures for PSL 11 — dates, venues and match timings confirmed. The Kings open PSL 2026 on March 27 against Quetta Gladiators at Gaddafi Stadium under a new captain in 2026. After four consecutive seasons without a playoff berth, Karachi Kings are desperate to reclaim their status as one of PSL’s elite franchises.

PSL Title · 1 (2020)
First Match · 27 Mar 2026
Home Ground · National Bank Stadium
Home Matches · 3 in Karachi
Key Player · David Warner
PSL 11 · March 26 – May 3, 2026 · Updated Daily
Karachi Kings Schedule & Fixtures 2026
Karachi Kings Schedule & Fixtures 2026
At A Glance

Karachi Kings PSL 11

Karachi Kings enter PSL 11 at a crossroads. Six consecutive playoff appearances from 2016 to 2021 built one of PSL’s most passionate fanbases — but four straight seasons without a top-4 finish has created real urgency. With David Warner leading the batting and a new captain taking the armband, PSL 2026 is the year Karachi Kings either rediscover their identity or fall further behind.

10
League matches
1
PSL title (2020)
3
Home matches in Karachi
6
Consecutive playoffs (2016–2021)
All 10 Fixtures

Full Karachi Kings Schedule

Every Karachi Kings match in PSL 2026 — dates, opponents, venues and timings. Update the Result column after each game.

#DateOpponentVenueD/NTime PKTResult
1Fri, 27 Marvs Quetta GladiatorsGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
2Sun, 29 Marvs Lahore QalandarsGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
3Thu, 02 Aprvs Rawalpindi PindizGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
4Thu, 09 Aprvs Peshawar ZalmiGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
5Sat, 11 Aprvs Hyderabad KingsmenNational Bank Stadium, KarachiNight7:00 PMTBD
6Thu, 16 Aprvs Islamabad UnitedNational Bank Stadium, KarachiNight7:00 PMTBD
7Sun, 19 Aprvs Multan SultansNational Bank Stadium, KarachiDay2:30 PMTBD
8Wed, 22 Aprvs Hyderabad KingsmenGaddafi Stadium, LahoreDay2:30 PMTBD
9Thu, 23 Aprvs Lahore QalandarsGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
10Sat, 25 Aprvs Quetta GladiatorsGaddafi Stadium, LahoreDay2:30 PMTBD

Home matches highlighted · Source: PSL Official · All times PKT · Subject to PCB changes

Match Analysis

Fixture by Fixture Preview

What to expect from every Karachi Kings PSL 11 fixture — key matchups, conditions and what each game means for their playoff push.

Matches 1,2 & 3 · Lahore · Night
Mar 27 · Mar 29 · Apr 02 · 7:00 PM PKT
vs Quetta Gladiators, Lahore Qalandars, & Rawalpindi Pindiz
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore · Away opening double
Karachi Kings open with back-to-back away fixtures in Lahore — no easy start for the Kings. The Quetta Gladiators clash (March 27) is the PSL 10 champions and a side full of confidence. The Lahore Qalandars fixture (April 02) is one of PSL’s most electric rivalries. David Warner’s early form is critical — if he fires in these two matches, Karachi announce themselves as genuine contenders. Take 3 from 3 in Lahore and the narrative around Kings & Pindiz changes overnight.
Match 4 · Karachi · Night
Thu, 09 Apr · 7:00 PM PKT
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi
National Bank Stadium, Karachi · Home fixture
A winnable fixture that Kings must take. Rawalpindi Pindiz are a new franchise — the high-scoring Rawalpindi surface will produce a big match but Pindiz lack tournament experience under pressure. Kings’ batting depth with Warner, Salman Agha and their middle order should be enough. Drop this and questions start being asked. Win it and Karachi head into their three-match Karachi home stretch with momentum.
Karachi Home Block · 3 Matches
Apr 9 · Apr 11 · Apr 16
vs Peshawar Zalmi, Hyderabad Kingsmen & Islamabad United
National Bank Stadium, Karachi · Three consecutive home matches
This is Karachi Kings’ season-defining window. Three home matches at National Bank Stadium in front of their passionate home crowd. The Hyderabad Kingsmen fixture (April 11) is a banker — new franchise, unfamiliar ground. The Islamabad United clash (April 16) is the big one — PSL’s most decorated franchise vs the Kings trying to prove they belong at the top table again. Win all three at home and a playoff spot is virtually guaranteed.
Lahore Final Run · 4 Matches
Apr 19 · Apr 22 · Apr 23 · Apr 25
vs Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, Lahore Qalandars & Quetta Gladiators
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore · Four away matches to close
Four straight away matches in Lahore to end the league stage — a brutal finish to the schedule. The Lahore Qalandars rematch (April 23) is the hardest — three-time champions in their own backyard. The Multan Sultans day game (April 19) is equally testing. However, the Hyderabad Kingsmen fixture (April 22) is a must-win. If Karachi Kings are in playoff contention going into this block, their experience of big Lahore atmospheres becomes an advantage.
Franchise Record

Karachi Kings History

A franchise of two very different eras — dominant in the early seasons, struggling for relevance in the recent ones. The 2026 season is a genuine revival moment for Karachi Kings.

1
PSL title (2020)
6
Consecutive playoffs (2016–21)
105
Total PSL matches

Karachi Kings were one of PSL’s most consistent sides in the early years — qualifying for the playoffs in each of the first six editions from 2016 to 2021. Their 2020 PSL title, won in a bio-bubble in Karachi under Imad Wasim’s captaincy, remains the pinnacle of the franchise’s history.

Since 2022, the Kings have struggled — four consecutive seasons without a playoff appearance has frustrated one of Pakistan’s most passionate fanbases. David Warner’s arrival as captain in PSL 10 (2025) brought experience and star power but results did not follow. PSL 11 sees a new captain take over — a fresh start with Warner retained as a key batting asset.

The National Bank Stadium in Karachi remains one of PSL’s most atmospheric grounds. Three home matches in April give Kings the home crowd advantage they desperately need to rebuild momentum and end four years of playoff absence.

Knockout Stage

Playoff Qualification

How Karachi Kings end their four-year playoff drought and reach the PSL 11 knockouts.

Scenario 1 — Best Case
Finish 1st or 2nd
Qualifier · April 28 · Lahore · 7:00 PM PKT
A top-2 finish puts Karachi directly into the Qualifier on April 28 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The Qualifier winner goes straight to the PSL 11 Final on May 3 in Lahore as teh new schedules are updated by PCB. For a franchise that last appeared in a final in 2021, reaching the Qualifier would already be a statement of revival. Win it and Kings are back where they belong.
Scenario 2 — Back on Track
Finish 3rd or 4th
Eliminator 1 · April 29 · Lahore · 7:00 PM PKT
Finishing 3rd or 4th puts Karachi in Eliminator 1 on April 29 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Even a single playoff appearance would end the four-year drought and rebuild fan confidence. With Warner and Salman Agha in form, Kings can win knockout matches — but they need to get there first.

The key number for Kings is 5 wins from 10 matches. Winning their 3 home matches in Karachi plus 2 away fixtures — most likely against Hyderabad Kingsmen and Rawalpindi Pindiz — is the minimum blueprint for playoff qualification.

Broadcast

Where to Watch

Official PSL 11 broadcasters by region. Watch all Karachi Kings fixtures on licensed platforms.

Pakistan
PTV Sports
Free-to-air. All PSL 11 matches live.
Pakistan — Streaming
Tamasha App
Official free streaming. iOS and Android.
United Kingdom
Sky Sports Cricket
Live PSL coverage for UK subscribers.
USA & Canada
Willow TV
Official North America cricket broadcaster.
Middle East
OSN Sports
MENA broadcast rights via OSN Cricket.
Highlights
PCB YouTube
Free highlights and replays after every match.

View the complete Karachi Kings squad for PSL 11 including David Warner and all retained players. Track live standings on the PSL Points Table. See all team schedules: Lahore Qalandars, Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United, Multan Sultans and Peshawar Zalmi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Karachi Kings FAQs

Quick answers to the most searched questions about the Karachi Kings PSL 11 schedule and 2026 campaign.

What is the Karachi Kings schedule for PSL 11?
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The Karachi Kings schedule for PSL 11 starts on March 27, 2026 against Quetta Gladiators at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore at 7:00 PM PKT. Kings play 10 league matches from March 27 to April 25, including 3 home fixtures at National Bank Stadium, Karachi from April 9 to 16.
Who is Karachi Kings captain in PSL 2026?
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Karachi Kings will have a new captain in PSL 11 2026. David Warner led the team in PSL 10 (2025) but a new leadership appointment has been made for the upcoming season. David Warner continues as a key batting asset for the Kings regardless of the captaincy change.
Have Karachi Kings won the PSL?
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Yes. Karachi Kings won the PSL title in 2020 (PSL 5) under Imad Wasim’s captaincy — the only PSL title in franchise history. They were consistently strong in the early seasons with six consecutive playoff appearances from 2016 to 2021, but have not qualified for the playoffs since PSL 7 (2022).
How many home matches do Karachi Kings play in PSL 2026?
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Karachi Kings play 3 home matches at National Bank Stadium, Karachi — against Peshawar Zalmi (April 9), Hyderabad Kingsmen (April 11) and Islamabad United (April 16). All three are night fixtures starting at 7:00 PM PKT.
What time do Karachi Kings matches start in PSL 2026?
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Most Karachi Kings fixtures are night matches at 7:00 PM PKT. They have 3 day fixtures (April 19, April 22 and April 25) starting at 2:30 PM PKT. Any playoff matches would start at 7:00 PM PKT.
Can Karachi Kings qualify for the playoffs in PSL 11?
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Karachi Kings have a realistic path to the playoffs in PSL 11. Their Karachi Kings schedule 2026 includes three consecutive home matches in April — winning all three at National Bank Stadium, Karachi plus two away fixtures would give them a strong shot at ending their four-year playoff drought. David Warner’s batting form will be the defining factor.

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