
Introductions
One of the successful teams of PSL is Peshawar Zalmi team. And when PSL started in 2016, this team was also formed. This team brings a fighting spirit and new players every year. Their enthusiasm is what makes their fans passionate and their attacking style and recognizable.
⚙️ Basic Information
- Team Name: Peshawar Zalmi
- Short Name: PZ
- Founded: 2016
- Owner : Javed Afridi (Haier Pakistan)
- Home Ground: Arbab Niaz Stadium, Peshawar
- Team Colors: Yellow and Black
- League: Pakistan Super League (PSL)
Team Leadership
Captain: Babar Azam
Head Coach: Daren Sammy
Bowling Coach: Muhammad Akram
Mentor: Wahab Riaz
Peshawar Zalmi Squad

Babar Azam (Captain)
Mohammad Haris (WK)
Saim Ayub
Tom Kohler-Candmore
Rovman Powell
Asif Ali
Aamir Jamal
Khurram Shahzad
Arif Yaqoob
Mehran Mumtaz
Salman Irshad
🏆 PSL Achievements
PSL Champions: 2017
Runners-Up: 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023
Playoffs Appearances: Har season (2016 se 2025 tak almost every time)
Team History
Peshawar Zalmi made history by winning the PSL title in 2017. The team’s culture is based on sportsmanship, unity, and youth promotion. Wahab Riaz, Kamran Akmal, Darren Sammy, and Babar Azam played very important roles for Zalmi.
💪 Records & Stats
Most Runs (for Zalmi): Kamran Akmal (1900+ runs)
Most Wickets: Wahab Riaz (100+ wickets)
Highest Team Score: 232/6 vs Quetta Gladiators
Best Bowling Figures: Hasan Ali 5/17
Most Catches: Babar Azam and Darren Sammy (shared record)
| Player | Span | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Kamran Akmal | 2016-2022 | 1972 |
| Babar Azam | 2023-2025 | 1379 |
| Shoaib Malik | 2020-2022 | 1033 |
| Mohammad Haris | 2022-2025 | 905 |
Top Players to Watch in 2025
Babar Azam: World class batter and leader.
Saim Ayub: Young and explosive opener.
Mohammad Haris: Fearless keeper-batter.
Aamir Jamal: Emerging all-rounder and power hitter.
Upcoming Season (PSL 2026 Preview)
Zalmi will enter the 2026 season with a balanced squad and renewed energy. Fans are hoping the team reaches the final again and wins its second title.
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💬 Final Opinion (by Joyia Sports):
“Peshawar Zalmi is not just a team — it’s an emotion for millions of fans. With Babar leading and young guns firing, PSL 2025 might just be the year of Zalmi again!”
Wese ap ko kiya lgta hai k 2026 ma Peshawar Zalmi trophy uthay gi ya nhi