PSL 2025 Match Prediction: Quetta Gladiators vs Lahore Qalandars

The fourth match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 will see Quetta Gladiators (QUE) go head-to-head against Lahore Qalandars (LAH) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on April 13, 2025. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM IST.

Team Form and Head-to-Head

Quetta Gladiators started their PSL 2025 campaign on a high note, securing a convincing 80-run victory against Peshawar Zalmi in their opening match. This win places them in a strong position early in the tournament. Lahore Qalandars, on the other hand, had a disappointing start, losing their first match against Islamabad United by 8 wickets. They will be eager to bounce back and secure their first win of the season.

Historically, the head-to-head record between these two teams is evenly balanced. In the 18 matches played between them in the PSL, both Quetta Gladiators and Lahore Qalandars have won 9 matches each. This close rivalry suggests that we can expect another tightly contested game. In their most recent encounter in 2024, Quetta Gladiators emerged victorious by 6 wickets.

Pitch Report and Conditions

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is known to offer a pitch that assists both pacers and spinners. While it can be a decent surface for batting, especially in the powerplay overs, bowlers have generally had a significant influence, particularly in the later stages of the innings. The average first innings scores in the previous two PSL editions at this venue were 209 and 184, indicating the potential for high-scoring games. However, in the recent match played here, Quetta Gladiators scored 216 runs, suggesting the pitch might be favoring batsmen.

The weather forecast for the match day in Rawalpindi indicates clear skies with temperatures ranging from 18 to 29 degrees Celsius. There is no rain predicted, ensuring uninterrupted play. The wind is expected to be mild, and the humidity levels are moderate. Dew might become a factor later in the evening, potentially favoring the chasing team.

Key Players to Watch

Quetta Gladiators

• Finn Allen
• Abrar Ahmed
• Saud Shakeel (c)
• Mohammad Amir

Lahore Qalandars

• Abdullah Shafique
• Fakhar Zaman
• Shaheen Shah Afridi (c)
• Haris Rauf
• Sikandar Raza

Probable Playing XIs

Quetta Gladiators:

Finn Allen, Saud Shakeel (c), Hasan Nawaz, Rilee Rossouw, Kusal Mendis (wk), Shoaib Malik, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, Kyle Jamieson, Mohammad Amir, Usman Tariq.

Lahore Qalandars:

Fakhar Zaman, Muhammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Daryl Mitchell, Sam Billings (wk), Sikandar Raza, David Wiese, Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Jahandad Khan, Haris Rauf, Asif Afridi.

Match Prediction

Considering the current form of both teams, Quetta Gladiators will head into this match with more confidence after their dominant victory in the opening game. Their key players, Finn Allen and Abrar Ahmed, are in excellent touch. Lahore Qalandars, on the other hand, will be under pressure to secure a win after their initial loss.

While Lahore possesses a strong lineup on paper, their performance in the first match was underwhelming. The Rawalpindi pitch seems to be favoring teams that bat first, as chasing has proven to be difficult.

Prediction: Quetta Gladiators have a slight edge in this encounter. However, given the balanced head-to-head record and the potential for individual brilliance in the Lahore lineup, it promises to be a closely fought contest. The team that bats first and puts up a good score will likely have the upper hand.

Some sources suggest that Lahore Qalandars might be the favorites according to bookmakers, while others predict a win for the team batting first. Ultimately, the performance on the day will determine the outcome of this exciting PSL clash.