Match Overview
On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Quetta Gladiators won the toss and elected to bat first against Islamabad United in the first qualifier of HBL PSL X at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The winner secures a direct spot in the final, while the loser will face the eliminator winner for another chance.
Team Form
- Quetta Gladiators: Unbeaten in their last five matches, led by Saud Shakeel, with a strong batting lineup and a versatile bowling attack.
- Islamabad United: Defending champions, coming off a solid last match, led by Shadan Khan, with a balanced squad featuring international stars.
Key Players
- Quetta Gladiators: Finn Allen and Rilee Rossouw for explosive batting; Mohammad Amir and Abrar Ahmed for key wickets.
- Islamabad United: Alex Hales and Rassie van der Dussen for stability; Naseem Shah and Ben Dwarshuis for pace.
Lineups
Quetta Gladiators XI: Saud Shakeel (c), Finn Allen, Hasan Nawaz, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Avishka Fernando, Rilee Rossouw, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Wasim, Usman Tariq, Abrar Ahmed.
Islamabad United XI: Shadan Khan (c), Sahibzada Farhan, Alex Hales, Rassie van der Dussen, Salman Agha, James Neesham, Ben Dwarshuis, Imad Wasim, Ghazi Ghori (wk), Salman Irshad, Naseem Shah.
What to Expect
Expect a high-octane clash as Quetta’s in-form batsmen take on United’s potent bowling. The match promises intense competition and critical moments that could define the path to the HBL PSL X final.
