As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 continues, and as Islamabad United (IU) prepares to take on Quetta Gladiators (QG), the focus is on which bowlers could swing the match. Both teams have exceptional bowling units, but we have narrowed down three to keep an eye on—Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, and Jason Holder. Let’s take a deeper look at why these three are the bowlers to watch in this exciting match-up.
1. Faheem Ashraf – Quetta Gladiators
Faheem Ashraf is a significant weapon for the Quetta Gladiators this year at a high level. Faheem has 13 wickets from 9 matches at a strike rate of 8.92 and an economy of 10.86. 10.86 is a little expensive and Faheem can be a little expensive with some wickets, but he will take wickets frequently and he is a serious threat to break partnerships.
If he can produce wickets early in the innings in the powerplay or the death, this can be huge for QG against a strong, dynamic batting lineup. Faheem has a lot of versatility with swing early on and some deceptive slow balls later on, and the batters will have to be careful when he has the ball in his hand.
2. Abrar Ahmed – Quetta Gladiators
Joining Faheem in QG’s strong bowling attack is mystery spinner Abrar, who has been the best bowler this PSL season, performing due to his clever flight and chicanery. In 10 matches, Abrar has taken 14 wickets at a ridiculous economy of 7.92 with an equally ridiculous strike rate of 15.64.
He has been a key addition to Quetta by being able to keep the score down and also strike in the mid-overs. Abrar only gets harder to play against when there is a millimeter of turn on offer from the pitch, meaning he will be an even tougher task for IU if he can spin the ball a fraction.
3. Jason Holder – Islamabad United
On the other side, Jason Holder’s been Islamabad’s wrecking ball—15 wickets in 7 games, striking every 10 balls and keeping things tight at 8.81 an over. Holder regularly gets bounced due to his height and consequently is hazardous, especially at the front and depths of the innings.
What adds to his repertoire is his ability to stay calm under pressure, along with the skill to execute vital overs precisely. Be it breaking an opening stand or finishing with a brilliant last over, Holder plays match-defining cameos regularly. Against a QG batting line-up that has glimpsed brilliance, he will be influential in stopping their momentum and taking wickets at crucial times during the innings.
With the IU vs QG clash on the horizon, all attention will be paid to these three bowlers who have been consistent all season long and have the skillsets to change the game. With Faheem and Abrar leading the charge for Quetta and Holder anchoring IU’s bowling attack, expect an interesting battle where the team that performs with the ball may determine the eventual victor.
Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
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