Rawalpindiz face Islamabad United in the 34th match of PSL 2026 at the National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi on April 23, 2026. ISL won their first meeting (Match 13) comfortably, leading the head-to-head 1-0 this season.
This match carries very different weight for each side. Rawalpindiz sit at the very bottom of the table with zero wins from nine matches and are already out of playoff contention. Islamabad United occupy third place with 9 points (W4 L2 NR1) and a strong NRR of +1.481, still fighting hard for a top-two finish.
With Devon Conway and D Mitchell anchoring RAP alongside Mohammad Rizwan behind the stumps, and Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, S Minhas, and M Chapman powering ISL’s charge, this afternoon contest at Karachi promises quality T20 cricket despite the lopsided table positions.
RAP vs ISL 34th Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Rawalpindiz vs Islamabad United, 34th Match |
| Date | 23 April 2026 (Thursday) |
| Time | 2:30 PM PKT / 3:00 PM IST (Day) |
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Series | Pakistan Super League 2026 (Season 11) |
| Head-to-Head | 1-0 in favour of ISL (won Match 13) |
Dream11 Team for Rawalpindiz vs Islamabad United
Weather Report for RAP vs ISL, PSL 2026 Match 34
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 29–35°C during match hours |
| Sky | Clear and sunny; hot Karachi afternoon |
| Rain Chance | Less than 5%; no threat to the match |
| Humidity | Moderate; sea breeze offers some relief |
| Overall | Bright afternoon contest; no dew factor in this day game |
This is a day match starting at 2:30 PM PKT. Since it is not a night game, dew will not be a factor. Both captains will need to read the pitch carefully and make a toss call based on conditions alone. Teams batting first have had some success at this venue in recent PSL day games.
Pitch Report for National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly; balanced surface with good bounce |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 180 in PSL 2026 matches at this venue |
| Pace vs Spin | Pacers get early movement; spinners grip in the middle overs |
| Toss Factor | Day game; batting first is a viable option |
| Boundary Size | Short square boundaries; rewards big hitting |
The Karachi pitch has been a batter’s paradise this PSL season, with teams regularly posting around 180. Spinners like Imad Wasim and all-rounders like Faheem Ashraf become more effective as the surface slows in the middle overs. Any total above 185 would put the fielding side in a strong position.
Injury Updates for RAP vs ISL, PSL 2026
Rawalpindiz: No fresh injury concerns. Key players including Mohammad Rizwan, Daryl Mitchell, Sam Billings, Mohammad Amir, Kamran Ghulam, and Dian Forrester are available. Pindiz are winless in 9 games and have nothing to lose. Expect them to play with freedom and aggression.
Islamabad United: No injury concerns. All key players including Devon Conway, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Mark Chapman, Sameer Minhas, Imad Wasim, and Salman Irshad are fit. ISL are third in the table and desperate for a win to push toward the top two.
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RAP vs ISL Head-to-Head Record in PSL 2026
These two sides met once before in the current PSL 2026 season. Islamabad United won Match 13 convincingly. In that game, Rawalpindiz posted 156/7 in 20 overs, with Kamran Ghulam (50 off 39) and Dian Forrester (44 off 19) doing the bulk of the scoring. ISL’s bowlers, led by Richard Gleeson, Faheem Ashraf, and Salman Irshad (two wickets each), kept RAP well in check.
Sameer Minhas then smashed a quick 70 off 36 balls to lead ISL to a comfortable chase, making the target look easy inside 16 overs.
Rawalpindiz are the only winless team in PSL 2026. They sit at the bottom with zero points and a NRR of -1.647 after nine matches. Despite fielding experienced players like Rizwan, Mitchell, and Amir, the new franchise has not found a consistent formula. Their playoff dreams are over, and they are now playing for pride and form.
Islamabad United sit third with 9 points (4W 2L 1NR) and a tournament-best NRR of +1.481. Sameer Minhas has been in outstanding form, racking up back-to-back fifties. Shadab Khan contributes with both bat and ball, while Imad Wasim has been superb with economy in the middle overs. ISL need wins to strengthen their playoff position.
