The Final of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 will take place on May 25, 2025, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore at 7:30 PM IST between Quetta Gladiators (QUE) and Lahore Qalandars (LAH). QUE will look for their second PSL Title and first since 2019, backed by a strong batting lineup and some very disciplined bowling. LAH comes into the final with two PSL titles in their last two tournaments, and they are halting their efforts for a third title with recent form and with the support of their local crowd driven by Fakhar Zaman's 309 runs in the postseason. The Gaddafi pitch has always traditionally favored batting, with the potential for a score like that turning up early with assistance to pacers in the early overs helping teams at the toss. It should be an entertaining finish to PSL 10 with playoff-worthy batting on both sides and a quality bowling showcase.

Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches: 19
• QUE Wins: 9
• LAH Wins: 9
• No Result: 1
• Win %: The rivalry is evenly poised, with both QUE and LAH securing 9 wins each in 19 matches, setting up an intense final showdown.

Key Matches: QUE vs LAH

PSL 2025, match 4 - April 13, Rawalpindi

• Lahore Qalandars: 219/6 in 20 overs.
• Quetta Gladiators: 140/10 in 16.2 overs.
• Result: Lahore Qalandars won by 79 runs.

LAH put up a huge 219, led by an innings of 67 from Fakhar Zaman off just 39 balls, and, unbeaten, Sam Billings scored a flurry of 50 off 19 balls. QUE's chase had a disastrous start at 9/3, before Shaheen Afridi (2/6) and Rishad Hossain (3/31) ran through their batting order. Faheem Ashraf's 21 was not enough, and Asif Afridi finished the game off.

PSL 2025, match 21 - May 1, Lahore 

• Lahore Qalandars: 111/3 in 11.3 overs.
• Quetta Gladiators: no result due to rain.
• Result: match abandoned.

LAH was off to a flying start with an opening partnership of 102 between Mohammad Naeem (50 off 30) and Abdullah Shafique (53* off 34) before a dust storm followed by heavy rain ended play after 11.3 overs. QUE captain Saud Shakeel's decision to field first backfired as LAH batsmen made the most of QUE's bowlers, but unfortunately, due to the poor drainage, this match has ended in no result. 

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PSL 2024, Match 28 - March 12, Karachi 

• Quetta Gladiators: 166/4 in 20 overs
• Lahore Qalandars: 162/7 in 20 overs
• Result: Quetta Gladiators Won by 4 Runs

QUE set a paragraph-worthy 166 with 52 on top from Saud Shakeel and 45 from Jason Roy. LAH got themselves into the game with Fakhar Zaman leading their chase with 54, but were left chasing with Mohammad Amir's final over, as he picked up 2/25, and congratulated Abrar Ahmed’s key wicket to Sikandar Raza (2/28).

PSL 2023, match 18 - March 2, Lahore

• Quetta Gladiators: 148/7 in 20 overs.
• Lahore Qalandars: 149/3 in 17.4 overs.
• Result: LQ won by 7 wickets. 

QUE only managed 148, with Jason Roy's 48 innings providing some stability, but LAH made light work of the chase, led by an unbeaten 68 off 43 from Abdullah Shafique. Haris Rauf's (3/22) bowling ensured QUE's total would be a comfortable chase for LAH. 

Lahore Qalandars have acquired Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz for the commercialized part of the current Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025, following the withdrawal of Zimbabwean superstar Sikandar Raza because of national obligation. Miraz, 27, was formally given a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Monday, paving the way for him to play for the Qalandars from May 22-25. It is his first appearance in an international franchise league and another new chapter in his expanding cricketing dossier.

"He signed up for the NOC this morning and got it in the afternoon," assured Shahriar Nafees, BCB's cricket operations manager. With Raza missing the rest of the tournament as Zimbabwe prepares for a historic Test series against England, Lahore Qalandars required an experienced all-round option. Miraz, who is known for his skilled off-spin as well as handy batting, was a strong contender to fill the gap.

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Mehidy Hasan Miraz added to Lahore Qalandars as playoff reinforcement for PSL 2025

Lahore, who secured a playoff position with a 26-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi on Sunday, will play the Eliminator in Lahore on May 22. Miraz is likely to add strength to their spin unit along with fellow Bangladeshi Shakib Al Hasan, who made his season debut against Zalmi. In 153 T20s, Miraz has picked 107 wickets at 7.55 economy and compiled 2,099 runs with seven half-centuries. He was also appointed ICC Men's Player of the Month for April, which reflects his current performance.

Interestingly, Miraz is not included in Bangladesh's T20I team presently playing against the UAE in Sharjah, which also made it convenient for BCB to grant the NOC. Some other Bangladeshi players, such as Litton Das, Rishad Hossain, and Nahid Rana, have also already played in this version of the PSL, though Rishad and Rana returned home prematurely because of safety issues after the tournament was suspended temporarily. Lahore Qalandars will be looking for Miraz to bring the balance they require in the dying embers, as they pursue their third straight PSL title.

Shakib Al Hasan has not played any recognised cricket since November last year. He also went into hiding, leaving his cricket career behind. However, he will return to cricket after six months.

Today, the Pakistan Super League team Lahore Qalandars announced on social media that Shakib will play for them for the rest of the tournament. He will join the team in Islamabad on May 17. The next day, the team has a match in Lahore. The franchise said that Shakib has been added as a replacement for Daryl Mitchell, who has injured his hand.

Shakib’s comments were included in the official statement from Lahore Qalandars sent to Pakistani media. The former Bangladesh captain said, "I am very happy to join the PSL this season. We are at an important stage of the tournament where every match is important. I enjoy watching this tournament, and now I look forward to playing on the field. Qalandars have strong support and good team spirit. I am excited to be part of a team that wants to do well."

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Shakib will make a strong impact: Samin

According to BCB sources, Shakib applied for a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the board last night to play in the PSL. The certificate has not been officially given yet, but the BCB has agreed in principle to allow him to play. Lahore Qalandars team director Samin Rana also shared his happiness about Shakib joining the team. 

"I am very happy that Shakib is joining the Lahore Qalandars family. His experience, skill, and all-around talent are valuable for our team, especially at this important time in the tournament. His presence will make our squad stronger. I believe Shakib will make a strong impact both on and off the field," Samin Rana said.

Lahore Qalandars are currently in fourth place in this year's PSL with 9 points from 9 matches. The team has one match left in the league stage. If they stay in the top four, they will reach the playoffs. Shakib has a lot of experience in T20 cricket. He has played 444 matches, scored 7,438 runs, and taken 492 wickets. He has also played for Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings in the PSL before. He has been part of all major franchise leagues, including the IPL. Shakib last played a competitive match for Bengal Tigers in the Abu Dhabi T10 League on November 30 last year.

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Memorable Matchups Between PES and LAH

One of the most thrilling matches of the ongoing PSL 10 was staged last night at the Gaddafi Stadium. The 20-over match was reduced to 15 and concluded past midnight through ak-and-neck rivalry between Lahore Qalandars (LQ) and Karachi Kings (KK). Irfan Khan Niazi, the 22-year-old Karachi Kings cricketer, was the main man who decided the fate of the match. 

Toss and the first innings 

Keeping in mind the weather condition and probable wicket behavior, Karachi Kings skipper David Warner decided to bowl first. Lahore Qalandars went off to a flying start with their two openers, Fakhar Zaman and Muhammad Naeem, adding 90 runs in the first wicket. The departure of Zaman and Naeem left LQ in deep trouble, as they started to lose wickets at regular intervals. Karachi bowler Abbas Afridi took 4 wickets to shift the momentum towards his team. 

Second innings 

According to the DLS method, Karachi Kings had to chase a target of 168. Karachi Kings displayed a decent batting performance against the Shaheen Afridi-led team. KK was looking unable to make a high impact with their batting until Irfan Khan Niazi stepped into the middle of the park. His unbeaten 48 off 21 deliveries helped Karachi Kings to edge past the finish line. They scored the last 48 runs in 16 balls after an aggressive batting performance by the young batter. 

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Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings full match scorecard 

Lahore Qalandars-  160/8 (15 Overs)

Karachi Kings- 168/6 (14.3/15 Overs) DLS Method

PSL 2025 Match 24, Lahore Qalandars (LAH) vs Karachi Kings (KAR), at Gaddafi Stadium (Lahore), on May 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM PKT. This match, being held during the halfway point of the tournament (24/30), is critical to each team's playoff ambitions: LAH hoping for a home ground advantage while KAR trying to take advantage of their batting depth on a batting-friendly pitch.

Head-to-Head Record

Lahore Qalandars (LAH) and Karachi Kings (KAR) have faced off 20 times in the PSL since 2016, with KAR holding a significant lead:

• LAH Wins: 7
• KAR Wins: 13
• No Result/Tied: 0
• Win Percentage: KAR has a 65% win rate against LAH.

Historically, KAR has dominated this rivalry, having won 13 of 19 games against LAH prior to 2025, although LAH made a strong statement defeating them with a 65-run win in their last matchup (Match 6, April 15, 2025). At Gaddafi Stadium, the pitch is notorious for producing high-scoring matches that likely favor many explosive KAR batsmen, like David Warner and James Vince, but LAH's strong bowling lineup, led by Shaheen Afridi, and their use of swing will be key if they can manage some early movement.

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Noteworthy Showdowns Between LAH and KAR

The rivalry between LAH and KAR has delivered some memorable matches, with KAR being overwhelmingly dominant historically, but LAH seems to be on an uptick in recent match-ups. Here are the significant encounters:

PSL 2025, Match 6—April 15, Karachi (National Stadium)

• LAH: 201/6 (20 overs)
• KAR: 136/10 (19.1 overs)
• Result: Lahore Qalandars won by 65 runs

LAH posted 201/6, led by Fakhar Zaman's 76 runs from 45 balls and Daryl Mitchell's 75 runs from 41 balls, as LAH had a 139-run partnership. In KAR's chase, LAH's Shaheen Afridi (3/34) dismissed David Warner and James Vince in his first over, while Rishad Hossain (3/26) ripped through the middle order. Hasan Ali's 4/28 for KAR ended in vain, with the team bowled out for 136. Fakhar Zaman was named Player of the Match for his match-winning knock.

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PSL 2024, Match 10—February 24, Lahore (Gaddafi Stadium)

• LAH: 175/6 (20 overs)
• KAR: 176/8 (20 overs)
• Result: Karachi Kings won by 2 wickets

LAH set 175/6, with Fakhar Zaman (29 runs off 21 balls) and Sikandar Raza (26 runs off 16 balls), but KAR chased it down on the last ball, led by Kieron Pollard's 58 runs off 33 balls and Shoaib Malik's cool. While Shaheen Afridi (1/30) and Zaman Khan (2/35) fought back, KAR's depth eventually prevailed. Pollard was Player of the Match for his match-winning knock.

PSL 2023, Match 30 (March 12, Lahore (Gaddafi Stadium))

• KAR: 196/7 (20) overs.
• LAH: 110/10 (18.5) overs.
• Winner: KAR by 86 runs.

Imad Wasim's 57* off 30 balls and Tayyab Tahir's 40 off 23 bullets powered KAR to 196/7 against LAH. LAH could only muster 110 runs in 18.5 overs, with only Fakhar Zaman's 39 off 34 balls putting up any resistance, as Tabraiz Shamsi (3/19) and Mohammad Amir (2/26) dismantled LAH's batting. Imad Wasim was declared Player of the Match for his all-round brilliance.

Match Details:

• Date: May 01, 2025
• Match: Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators 
• Time: 8:30 PM PKT
• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• Win % Batting First: 64%
• Win % Bowling First: 36%

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Weather and Pitch Conditions:

Weather:

• Temperature: Expected to peak at 41°C (106°F) during the day, cooling to around 21°C (70°F) by evening.
• Conditions: Clear skies with no chance of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted match.
• Humidity: Low, but players should stay hydrated due to the high daytime temperatures.

Pitch:

• Nature: Batting-friendly surface offering true bounce, ideal for stroke play.
• First Innings Advantage: Teams batting first have won 7 out of 11 matches, indicating a significant advantage.
• Average Scores: First innings average score is 174, while the second innings average is 147.
• Bowling: Pacers have been more successful, accounting for 72% of wickets, especially effective in the early overs.
• Spinners: May find some assistance in the middle overs, but generally less effective compared to pacers.

Venue Records: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

• Highest Team Total: 210/3 by Multan Sultans against Peshawar Zalmi
• Lowest Team Total: 110 all out by Quetta Gladiators against Multan Sultans.
• Most Runs: Rilee Rossouw with 375 runs at this venue.
• Best Bowling Figures: Ihsanullah's 5 wickets for 12 runs in 4 overs.

Given the conditions, winning the toss and opting to bat first could provide a strategic advantage.

A massive win by Lahore Qalandars (LAH), who outperformed Islamabad United (ISL) in game 19 of PSL 10 by 88 runs. Haris Rauf was the star performer in the second innings by taking 4 wickets. Islamabad United lost their first game of the season while chasing a total of over 200.

Toss and the first innings 

ISL captain Shadab Khan chose to field first at Gaddafi Stadium after winning the toss. His decision to bowl first did not prove right as LAH batters performed in this match as a unit. Fakhar Zaman with 44 was the highest scorer of the match for Qalandars; Sikandar Raza's quick 39 was the second best and came only against 17 balls. In exchange for 6 wickets, Lahore Qalandars achieved a total of 209 in 20 overs. 

Second innings

Salman Ali Agha's (36) wicket proved fatal for Islamabad United, followed by Andries Gous, who scored a well-developed 41. After removing these two batters from the wicket, LAH bowlers strengthen their grips on the match. Rauf and Raza's brilliant bowling took a total of seven wickets and caused the first defeat of the season for Islamabad United.

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Post-match reactions:

Sikandar Raza (Player of the match Lahore Qalandar): "I train for situations, not for a number. I think we put too much emphasis on batting at a particular number. If you train well and train for certain situations, it doesn't really matter what number you're batting at."

Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United full match scoreboard:

Lahore Qalandars- 209/6 (20 Overs)

Islamabad United-  121/10 (16.5 Overs)

In match 19 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025, we are going to have a thriller with Lahore Qalandars taking on Islamabad United at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. LAH's explosive batting, led by Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique, will meet ISL's well-balanced unit, led by the all-round ability of Shadab Khan and the pace of Naseem Shah. The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is known to be batting-friendly, and it has a reputation for high-scoring matches, so this storied rivalry should produce some fireworks. 

ISL has a slim lead in the head-to-head record with a total of 10 wins compared to LAH's 9 from 19 matches, which illustrates how competitive this match-up really is.

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Key Matches Between LAH and ISL: 

PSL 2025, Match 4 - April 13, Rawalpindi

• Lahore Qalandars: 195/4 (Fakhar Zaman 82, Abdullah Shafique 65)
• Islamabad United: 178/7 (Azam Khan 55)
• Result: Lahore won by 17 runs

LAH scored a competitive 195, with 82 runs from Fakhar Zaman and 65 from Abdullah Shafique. ISL crumbled in their chase, despite Azam Khan’s 55 runs, courtesy of some early wickets from Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf and excellent spin from Zaman Taimur. Player of the Match: Fakhar Zaman. 

PSL 2024, Match 1 - February 17, Lahore

• Lahore Qalandars: 201/5 (Fakhar Zaman 75, Rassie van der Dussen 64)
• Islamabad United: 193/6 (Shadab Khan 74)
• Result: Lahore won by 8 runs

LAH scored 201 runs, with 75 runs from Fakhar Zaman and 64 runs from Rassie van der Dussen. Shadab Khan scored 74 runs for ISL, but Shaheen Afridi’s death bowling and Haris Rauf’s two wickets early on meant that LAH managed to sneak a win. Player of the Match: Fakhar Zaman.

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PSL 2023, Match 16 - 2nd March, Lahore

• Islamabad United: 226/5 (Colin Munro 82, Shadab Khan 54)
• Lahore Qalandars: 229/3 (Fakhar Zaman 115*)
• Result: 7 wicket win by Lahore

ISL scored a massive 226 with Colin Munro's 82 and Shadab Khan's quickfire 54. Fakhar Zaman's breathtaking unbeaten 115 off 57 deliveries, which came with 16 fours and 4 sixes, however, took LAH to an outrageous chase in 19.1 overs, as one of PSL's greatest victories. Player of the Match: Fakhar Zaman.

A standout partnership between Daryl Mitchell and Sikandar Raza limited Multan Sultans (MS) bowlers and gifted a win to Lahore Qalandars (LAH) by 5 wickets. The match was neck-and-neck at the initial stage, later separated by an 89-run partnership between two foreign batters. The second innings was mostly dominated by the batters; the bowlers of the Multan Sultans' could do very little to protect 185. 

Toss and the first innings 

Lahore Qalandars won the toss and decided to bat in the second innings at the Gaddafi Stadium. Mohammad Rizwan started well for Multan Sultans and remained undefeated for 76 off 48 balls. Kamran Ghulam's well-played 52* innings helped Kings to reach 185 for only 3 wickets in 20 overs, but that would not be possible without Yasir Khan's important 24-run contribution. 

Second inning 

The surface of the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium was smooth enough to bat. Like the first innings, the second innings is also in favor of the batting side. Daryl Mitchell and Sikandar Raza, two experienced international batters, welcomed the condition with both arms and drove their innings through their desired path. 

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Post-match reactions:

Mohammad Rizwan (Multan Sultans captain): "150-160 was a winning score on this ground. Dropping catches has been a major issue, and even defending 250 wouldn't be enough if we continue to do so. Hasnain and Josh Little gave us a good start with the new ball. We struggled in the death and middle overs."

Saheen Afridi (Lahore Qalandars captain): "The wicket looked like a seaming deck, but after 2-3 overs it started to come onto the bat nicely. Tom Curran bowls really well. We are looking to improve on every occasion, and we need to improve with both bat and ball going ahead in the tournament."

Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars scorecard 

Multan Sultans- 185/3 (20 Overs)

Lahore Qalandars- 186/5 (19 Overs)