Hyderabad Kingsmen were the debutant franchise that reached the final and were defeated by Peshawar Zalmi. Quetta Gladiators were the opponents in the 2017 final. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]
1132
Consider the following statements about the 11th HBL PSL final:
1. Peshawar Zalmi secured their second PSL title in the 2026 edition.
2. Aaron Hardie became the first player to take a four-wicket haul and score a 50 in a PSL final.
3. Hyderabad Kingsmen were the defending champions entering the 2026 final.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because Hyderabad Kingsmen were debutants in the 2026 edition, not defending champions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]
1133
At which venue was the 11th HBL Pakistan Super League final held on May 3, 2026?
The final match of the 11th edition of the PSL took place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Other venues listed are major cricket stadiums in Pakistan but did not host this specific final. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]
1134
Match List I (Player) with List II (Team/Role):
1. Babar Azam — a. Hyderabad Kingsmen Captain
2. Marnus Labuschagne — b. Peshawar Zalmi Captain
3. Saim Ayub — c. Hyderabad Kingsmen Batter
4. Mohammad Ali — d. Hyderabad Kingsmen Bowler
Babar Azam captained Peshawar Zalmi, Marnus Labuschagne captained Hyderabad Kingsmen, Saim Ayub played as a batter for the Kingsmen, and Mohammad Ali served as a bowler for the Kingsmen. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]
1135
In which stadium was the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place match held where Kylian Mbappe set his scoring record?
The match took place at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The other options are major stadiums in the United States but were not the venue for this specific record-breaking event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016719/frances-mbappe-becomes-world-cups-all-time-top-scorer, 19 Jul 2026]
1136
Match List I (Cabinet Member) with List II (Portfolio):
1. Muhammad Ishaq Dar — a. Petroleum
2. Muhammad Aurangzeb — b. Economic Affairs
3. Ahad Khan Cheema — c. Finance
4. Ali Pervaiz Malik — d. Deputy Prime Minister
Muhammad Ishaq Dar is the Deputy Prime Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb is the Finance Minister, Ahad Khan Cheema is the Minister for Economic Affairs, and Ali Pervaiz Malik is the Minister for Petroleum. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1996962/pm-shehbaz-orders-formulation-of-strategy-to-stabilise-electricity-tariffs, 02 May 2026]
1137
How many wickets did Peshawar Zalmi lose while chasing the target in the 11th HBL PSL final?
Peshawar Zalmi successfully chased the 130-run target by losing five wickets in the 16th over. The other options represent incorrect wicket counts for the winning side. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]
1138
Who was named the player of the match in the 11th HBL PSL final?
Aaron Hardie was awarded player of the match for his all-round performance, which included taking four wickets and scoring an unbeaten 56 runs. Babar Azam was the captain of Peshawar Zalmi but did not receive this specific award. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]
1139
Who currently serves as the Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs in Pakistan?
Rana Sanaullah is the PML-N leader currently serving as the Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs. He publicly addressed the controversy surrounding the JUI-F chief's remarks on July 17, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016238/sanaullah-says-jui-f-chiefs-remarks-against-martyrs-were-inappropriate-but-unintended, 17 Jul 2026]
1140
Consider the following statements about the 2026 visit of the Pakistani CDF to Turkiye:
1. The visit included a meeting with the Commander of the Turkish Land Forces.
2. The discussions focused on regional security dynamics and professional matters.
3. The Turkish President received the CDF at the Istanbul airport.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the CDF met General Metin Tokel and discussed regional security. Statement 3 is incorrect because the President received the CDF at the Ankara airport, not Istanbul. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015389/cdf-munir-meets-turkish-president-erdogan-armed-forces-chief-in-ankara-ispr, 14 Jul 2026]
