The PSL 10 Qualifier 1 saw a thrilling showdown between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United 2025 at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on May 21, 2025. In a high-scoring encounter, Quetta Gladiators emerged victorious by 30 runs, securing their place in the Pakistan Super League 2025 final.
Quetta Gladiators Innings: 209/6 in 20 Overs
Winning the toss and electing to bat first, Quetta Gladiators got off to a solid start but truly turned up the heat during the final overs. A phenomenal 95-run partnership between Dinesh Chandimal and Faheem Ashraf helped the team post a mammoth total of 209/6.
Top Performers – Quetta Gladiators Batting
- Dinesh Chandimal: 48* (28 balls, 4 fours, 3 sixes)
- Faheem Ashraf: 45 (23 balls, 4 fours, 3 sixes)
- Finn Allen: 41 (27 balls)
- Avishka Fernando: 32 (21 balls)
The lower-middle order fireworks turned the match in Gladiators’ favor, putting immense pressure on the United bowlers.
Islamabad United Bowling Highlights
- Salman Irshad: 2/34
- Ben Dwarshuis: 2/31
- Imad Wasim and Shadab Khan: 1 wicket each
Islamabad United Innings: 179 All Out in 19.4 Overs
Chasing 210, Islamabad United had a strong start, thanks to Sahibzada Farhan and Agha Salman. However, the middle-order collapse and disciplined bowling from Quetta derailed their chase.
Top Performers – Islamabad United Batting
- Sahibzada Farhan: 52 (35 balls, 8 fours, 1 six)
- Agha Salman: 44 (26 balls, 3 fours, 2 sixes)
- Rassie van der Dussen: 35 (23 balls)
Despite being in control during the powerplay, Islamabad failed to build partnerships during the crucial middle overs.
Quetta Gladiators Bowling Stars
- Usman Tariq: 3/32
- Mohammad Amir: 2/31
- Faheem Ashraf: 2/24
- Mohammad Wasim Jr.: 2/35
- Abrar Ahmed: 1/19
Player of the Match – Faheem Ashraf
Faheem Ashraf was rightly awarded the Player of the Match for his all-round heroics. He smashed a quickfire 45 off 23 balls and took 2 crucial wickets, turning the game in Quetta’s favor both with the bat and ball.
Match Summary: Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United – May 21, 2025
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Event | PSL 2025 – Qualifier 1 |
| Date | May 21, 2025 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Result | Quetta Gladiators won by 30 runs |
| Toss | Quetta Gladiators (elected to bat first) |
| Finalist Qualified | Quetta Gladiators |
What’s Next in PSL 2025?
With this win, Quetta Gladiators have become the first team to qualify for the PSL 10 Final. Islamabad United will now play the winner of the Eliminator match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings for a second chance to reach the final.
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