In the PSL 2026 final, Peshawar Zalmi secured a convincing victory over Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets, achieving the heaviest margin of defeat in PSL final history. Head coach Jason Gillespie expressed pride in his team's journey but acknowledged their shortcomings, particularly in batting. The Kingsmen were bowled out for 129 runs, the lowest score in a PSL final, after a dramatic collapse where they lost four wickets for just two runs during a crucial eight-over stretch. Zalmi's Aaron Hardie shone with the ball, taking 4 wickets for 27 runs, and contributed significantly with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 56 runs. Gillespie reflected on the team's progress throughout the tournament, noting their transformation from early struggles to reaching the final, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and trusting their skills.