The stage is set for an electrifying encounter in PSL 2025 as Peshawar Zalmi lock horns with Quetta Gladiators at the vibrant Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium tomorrow, April 12. Known for its batting-friendly surface, the pitch often delivers high-scoring thrillers, with totals frequently soaring past 200, setting the scene for a boundary-laden spectacle. Zalmi, armed with explosive batsmen, will aim to kickstart their campaign with a bang, while Gladiators look to assert their dominance early in the tournament. With clear skies forecast and perfect cricketing conditions, fans are in for an unforgettable evening of power-hitting and fierce competition.

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Match Details:

• Date: April 12, 2025
• Match: PSZ vs QTG
• Time: 04:30 PM PKT
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• Win % Batting First: 61%
• Win % Bowling First: 39%

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Weather and Pitch Conditions:

Weather:

• The weather in Rawalpindi is expected to be partly cloudy, with a 42% chance of rain, which may cause some interruptions.
• The temperature will hover around 28.5°C, offering moderately warm conditions for players.
• Humidity could impact swing in the early overs, and the cloud cover might assist bowlers if the match starts on time.

Pitch:

• The Rawalpindi surface has historically been balanced, with a slight advantage to batting first, especially under lights.
• Batters benefit from true bounce and quick outfields, allowing for stroke play.
• Bowlers, especially pacers, could get assistance early on, but the pitch tends to flatten out as the match progresses.
• Spinners may have a role to play in the middle overs, though they usually find it tougher than at slower venues.

Average Score Batting First (Last Season): 178
Average Score Batting Second (Last Season): 165
Wins Batting First in Last Five Games: 3
Wins Bowling First in Last Five Games: 2

Also read: PSL 2025: Peshawar Zalmi schedule for PSL10

Venue Records: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Pakistan

• Highest Team Total: 238/3 by Islamabad United vs. Lahore Qalandars
• Lowest Team Total: 91 all out by Quetta Gladiators vs. Peshawar Zalmi
• Average First Innings Score: Approximately 175 runs