Week 1, top PSL 11 Power Ratings (Our Analysis)

The current Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL 11) has quickly produced intense drama during its inaugural week, featuring elite solo efforts, pivotal bowling stints, and high-pressure innings defining the early season.

 

From aggressive power-hitting showcases to game-breaking defensive spells, multiple athletes have already established themselves as primary figures in the tournament's spotlight. 

Regarding this week’s PSL 11 power rankings, we have assessed every contribution through a balanced and thorough methodology. Every player’s rank is determined not merely by statistics, but by genuine match influence, their value within specific team contexts, and how vital they were to their club's winning results or overall resilience.

Here are the top 10 player ratings for the first week of PSL 11, based on their performance and match impact:

1. Shamyl Hussain (Quetta Gladiators) The standout performer of the week. With 106 runs and two half-centuries, he is currently the leading run-scorer and has provided Quetta with the aggressive starts they’ve been missing in previous seasons.

2. Hasan Ali (Karachi Kings) Leading the bowling charts with 5 wickets, his 4/27 in the opening match was a vintage performance. He has been the primary reason Karachi remains unbeaten, showing great control at both the start and the death.

3. Moeen Ali (Karachi Kings) The definition of an all-rounder's impact. He has contributed 66 crucial runs and taken 3 wickets, acting as the tactical engine room for the Kings in their perfect start to the season.

4. Shaheen Afridi (Lahore Qalandars) Despite a mixed week for Lahore, Shaheen has been lethal. His 4/18 stands as the best bowling spell of the tournament so far, proving he is still the most dangerous powerplay bowler in the league.

5. Ahmed Daniyal (Quetta Gladiators) A vital asset for Quetta, picking up 5 wickets at an impressive average of 9.8. His ability to take wickets in the middle overs has consistently broken the opposition's momentum.

6. Adam Zampa (Karachi Kings) While he has 3 wickets, his real value has been his economy rate of 4.62. In a high-scoring week, Zampa has been almost impossible to score against, particularly in his match-winning spell against Lahore.

7. Yasir Khan (Rawalpindiz) The breakout star for the new franchise. His 83-run knock is the highest individual score of the week, played at a strike rate of over 180, putting the rest of the league on notice.

8. Momin Qamar (Multan Sultans) The young pacer made a huge statement by dismantling Islamabad’s top order, finishing with 3/24. He currently boasts the best bowling average in the league at just 8.0.

9. Fakhar Zaman (Lahore Qalandars) Continuing his "Mr. PSL" reputation, Fakhar hit a blistering 54 in the opener. He leads the league in boundaries (10 fours) and remains the most feared opener in the tournament.

10. Abdul Samad (Peshawar Zalmi) Though he didn't bat long, his impact was massive. Scoring at a strike rate of 300, his 33 off 11 balls snatched a victory from the jaws of defeat against Rawalpindi, proving Zalmi's "batting-deep" philosophy works.

 

Category Leaders

• Hanif Muhammad Cap (Most Runs): Shamyl Hussain is the early favorite. His ability to anchor and accelerate has given Quetta a much-needed boost at the top.

• Fazal Mahmood Cap (Most Wickets): A four-way tie exists between Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Ahmed Daniyal, and Riley Meredith (all with 5 wickets). Hasan Ali currently holds the edge due to his match-defining 4-wicket haul in the opener.

• Most Impactful Rookie: Yasir Khan from the new Rawalpindiz franchise. His 83-run knock against Peshawar proved that the new teams are ready to compete with the established giants.

Weekly MVP: Moeen Ali (Karachi Kings)

While Shamyl has the runs and Hasan has the wickets, Moeen Ali has been the glue for the table-topping Karachi Kings. His 48* against Quetta and disciplined bowling in the powerplay make him the most valuable player of the first seven days.

Which of these performances surprised you the most?