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Lahore Qalandar
Schedule 2026

All 10 Lahore Qalandars schedule fixtures for PSL 11 — dates, venues and match timings confirmed. The three-time defending champions open PSL 11 on March 26 against Quetta Gladiators rivals Hyderabad Kingsmen at Gaddafi Stadium under captain Shaheen Afridi. Chasing an unprecedented fourth PSL title, Qalandars are the team every franchise wants to beat in 2026.

Captain · Shaheen Afridi
PSL Titles · 3 (2022, 2023, 2025)
First Match · 26 Mar 2026
Home Ground · Gaddafi Stadium
Finals Record · 3 from 3
PSL 11 · March 26 – May 3, 2026 · Updated Daily
Lahore Qalandars Schedule For 2026
Lahore Qalandars Schedule & Fixtures 2026
At A Glance

Lahore Qalandars PSL 11

Lahore Qalandars arrive at PSL 11 as the most dominant franchise of the modern era — three titles in four seasons, including back-to-back wins in 2022 and 2023. Under Shaheen Afridi’s pace-first captaincy, Qalandars have built a system that others copy. The target on their back has never been bigger — and they have never looked more ready to handle it.

3
PSL titles (2022, 2023, 2025)
3/3
Finals played and won
5
Home matches in Lahore
10
League matches
All 10 Fixtures

Full Lahore Qalandars Schedule

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

#DateOpponentVenueD/NTime PKTResult
1Thu, 26 Marvs Hyderabad Kingsmen HomeGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
2Sun, 29 Marvs Karachi Kings HomeGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
3Fri, 03 Aprvs Multan SultansGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
4Thu, 09 Aprvs Islamabad UnitedNational Bank Stadium, KarachiDay2:30 PMTBD
5Sat, 11 Aprvs Peshawar ZalmiNational Bank Stadium, KarachiDay2:30 PMTBD
6Fri, 17 Aprvs Quetta GladiatorsNational Bank Stadium, KarachiNight7:00 PMTBD
7Sat, 18 Aprvs Rawalpindi PindizNational Bank Stadium, KarachiNight7:00 PMTBD
8Tue, 21 Aprvs Quetta Gladiators HomeGaddafi Stadium, LahoreDay2:30 PMTBD
9Thu, 23 Aprvs Karachi Kings HomeGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD
10Sat, 25 Aprvs Peshawar Zalmi HomeGaddafi Stadium, LahoreNight7:00 PMTBD

Home matches highlighted · Source: PCB Official · All times PKT · Updated March 2026

Venue Breakdown

Home vs Away

Lahore Qalandars play 5 home matches at Gaddafi Stadium and 5 away matches — 4 in Karachi and 1 in Lahore against Multan Sultans. PSL 11 is hosted entirely in Lahore and Karachi.

5
Home Matches
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Mar 26 · Mar 29 · Apr 21 · Apr 23 · Apr 25
5
Away Matches
Karachi (4) · Lahore neutral (1)
Apr 3 · Apr 9 · Apr 11 · Apr 17 · Apr 18
Match Analysis

Fixture by Fixture Preview

What to expect from every Lahore Qalandars PSL 11 fixture — the key matchups, venue conditions and what each game means for their title defence.

Match 1 · PSL 11 Opener · Lahore
Thu, 26 Mar · 7:00 PM PKT
Lahore Qalandars vs Hyderabad Kingsmen
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore · PSL 11 Opening Match
The biggest stage in PSL — and Lahore Qalandars are front and centre. As defending champions opening the tournament at their home ground with a packed Gaddafi Stadium, this match has an electric atmosphere before a ball is bowled. Hyderabad Kingsmen are PSL newcomers and Qalandars should win convincingly — but the real test is whether Shaheen Afridi’s pace attack is firing from ball one. A dominant opening performance sets the tone for the entire tournament.
Match 2 · Lahore · Night
Sun, 29 Mar · 7:00 PM PKT
Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore · Home fixture
The Karachi-Lahore rivalry on the biggest pitch in Pakistani cricket. David Warner’s Karachi Kings will be desperate to beat the champions in front of a roaring Lahore crowd. Shaheen Afridi vs Warner in the powerplay is one of PSL 11’s most anticipated individual battles. Qalandars have a psychological edge here — they have won this fixture more often than not at Gaddafi Stadium. Win both early home games and LQ build a fortress mentality.
Match 3 · Lahore · Away
Fri, 03 Apr · 7:00 PM PKT
Lahore Qalandars vs Multan Sultans
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore · Multan’s home fixture
With PSL 11 hosted entirely in Lahore and Karachi, Multan Sultans play their home matches at Gaddafi Stadium too. This is an away game for Qalandars in terms of crowd dynamics — Multan’s fans travel in numbers. Mohammad Rizwan’s Sultans are a dangerous side at any venue. Fakhar Zaman’s form at the top of the order will be the key — if he fires, Lahore have enough firepower to win anywhere.
Karachi Block · 4 Matches
Apr 9 · Apr 11 · Apr 17 · Apr 18
vs Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators & Rawalpindi Pindiz
National Bank Stadium, Karachi · Four away matches
The Karachi block is where Lahore’s season is defined. Four matches in 10 days at National Bank Stadium. The Islamabad United day game (April 9) is the marquee fixture — two PSL giants on a pace-friendly Karachi surface. The Quetta Gladiators match (April 17) is the title rivalry clash — defending champions vs reigning PSL 10 winners. Win 3 from 4 in Karachi and Lahore Qalandars go into the final Lahore stretch in complete control of their playoff destiny.
Final Lahore Run · 3 Matches
Apr 21 · Apr 23 · Apr 25
vs Quetta Gladiators, Karachi Kings & Peshawar Zalmi
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore · Home to close
Three home matches to end the league stage — Lahore Qalandars’ schedule is perfectly constructed for a playoff push. The Quetta Gladiators day game (April 21) could be a top-2 decider. The Karachi Kings (April 23) and Peshawar Zalmi (April 25) should be winnable. Close the league campaign with 3 home wins and Lahore Qalandars go into the playoffs as the clear favourites — and the team no one wants to face.
Franchise Record

Lahore Qalandars History

The most remarkable turnaround story in PSL history — from wooden spoon regulars in the early seasons to the most dominant franchise of the current era.

3
PSL titles (2022, 2023, 2025)
3/3
Finals played and won
108
Total PSL matches played

Lahore Qalandars spent the first four seasons of PSL without a single playoff appearance. The appointment of Shaheen Shah Afridi as captain in PSL 7 (2022) and a complete strategic overhaul under Aqib Javed changed everything. Their back-to-back titles in 2022 and 2023 were built on pace bowling dominance and fearless cricket. The 2025 title proved it was not a fluke but a sustainable system.

Knockout Stage

Playoff Qualification

How Lahore Qalandars defend their PSL title and reach the knockout stage for a fourth consecutive time.

Scenario 1 — Best Case
Finish 1st or 2nd
Qualifier · April 28 · Karachi · 7:00 PM PKT
A top-2 finish sends Lahore directly to the Qualifier on April 28 at National Bank Stadium, Karachi. The Qualifier winner goes straight to the PSL 11 Final on May 3 in Lahore — their home ground. Lahore’s 3/3 final record makes getting to May 3 almost synonymous with winning the title.
Scenario 2 — Still Dangerous
Finish 3rd or 4th
Eliminator 1 · April 29 · Lahore · 7:00 PM PKT
Finishing 3rd or 4th sends LQ to Eliminator 1 on April 29 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore — their home. A knockout match at Gaddafi Stadium in front of 27,000 fans is practically a home fixture for Qalandars. Never count out a three-time champion in a knockout game.

With 5 home matches at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Qalandars are well-positioned to finish in the top 2. Target 6 wins from 10 for a near-certain playoff berth.

Broadcast

Where to Watch

Official PSL 11 broadcasters by region. Watch all Lahore Qalandars fixtures on licensed platforms.

Pakistan
A Sports HD · PTV Sports
Free-to-air. All PSL 11 matches live.
Pakistan — Streaming
Myco · Daraz · Tamasha
Free and paid streaming apps. iOS and Android.
United Kingdom
Sky Sports Cricket
Live PSL coverage. Also Geo News SKY 734.
USA & Canada
Willow TV
Official North America cricket broadcaster.
Australia
Fox Sports
Live PSL 11 coverage via Foxtel and Kayo.
India
Sony Sports · FanCode
TV and streaming for India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Lahore Qalandars FAQs

Quick answers to the most searched questions about Lahore Qalandars’ PSL 2026 campaign.

What is the Lahore Qalandars schedule for PSL 11?
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The Lahore Qalandars schedule for PSL 11 starts on March 26, 2026 against Hyderabad Kingsmen at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore at 7:00 PM PKT. Qalandars play 10 league fixtures from March 26 to April 25, with 5 home matches at Gaddafi Stadium and 4 away matches at National Bank Stadium, Karachi.
Who is Lahore Qalandars captain in PSL 2026?
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Shaheen Shah Afridi captains Lahore Qalandars in PSL 11. He has led the team since PSL 7 (2022) and has won three PSL titles as captain — making him the most successful captain in PSL history.
How many PSL titles have Lahore Qalandars won?
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Lahore Qalandars have won three PSL titles — in PSL 7 (2022), PSL 8 (2023) and PSL 10 (2025). They are the only franchise to win back-to-back PSL titles and have won every PSL final they have appeared in — 3 played, 3 won.
When is Lahore Qalandars’ first match in PSL 11?
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Lahore Qalandars’ first match is the PSL 11 opening fixture on March 26, 2026 against Hyderabad Kingsmen at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore at 7:00 PM PKT.
What time do Lahore Qalandars matches start in PSL 2026?
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Night matches start at 7:00 PM PKT and day matches start at 2:30 PM PKT. Lahore Qalandars have day fixtures on April 9, April 11 and April 21. All playoff matches start at 7:00 PM PKT.
Where do Lahore Qalandars play their away matches in PSL 2026?
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Lahore Qalandars play their away matches at National Bank Stadium, Karachi (April 9, 11, 17, 18) and one match at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore against Multan Sultans on April 3. PSL 11 is hosted entirely in Lahore and Karachi — no Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan or Peshawar fixtures this season.

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