ISL vs QUE Dream11 Prediction: Match 9, PSL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report – Pakistan Super League 2026
Match Preview
Islamabad United set to face Quetta Gladiators in the 9th match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL) at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Thursday, April 2. In the ninth match of the PSL 2026, Islamabad United (ISL) will take on Quetta Gladiators (QUE). Islamabad United did not have a particularly good start as they suffered a five-wicket defeat in their opening match against Multan Sultans. However, their last match against Peshawar Zalmi was abandoned due to rain. Now they will definitely look to get their first win of this season against Quetta.
On the other hand, Quetta Gladiators performed well in the last match against Hyderabad Kingsmen as they won by 40 runs. Quetta, batting first, put up 174 runs on the board, while Kingsmen managed only 134 in reply. Quetta got a good start from the top order, with Shamyl Hussain contributing a well-made 54. Moreover, Hasan Nawaz also batted well and scored 53 runs. In the bowling department, Abrar Ahmed delivered an impressive performance, claiming three wickets for 23 runs in his four overs, while Ahmed Daniyal chipped in with two wickets.
Match Information – ISL vs QUE Dream11 Prediction
Match: Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United, Match 9
Series: Pakistan Super League 2026
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM IST
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Pitch Report
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium, in Lahore, is considered to be a batting-friendly surface. The surface usually promotes high-scoring games, with an average first-innings score of about 178 runs. Batters often find it favourable for aggressive stroke play, enabling them to score easily. Nonetheless, the pitch can sometimes present difficulties, as it provides good bounce and pace, sustaining a balanced contest between bat and ball. Average 1st Innings Score: 178 Pitch Condition: Average
Weather Report
Conditions: Clear
Probable Playing XI
Quetta Gladiators
Alzarri Joseph Saud Shakeel (C) Shamyl Hussain RR Rossouw H Nawaz Khawaja Nafay TK Curran BR McDermott Ahmed Daniyal Abrar Ahmed Usman Tariq Bench: Bismillah Khan, SB Harper, B Jacobs, J Khan, Brett Hampton, K Zaib, Ahsan Ali, Jahanzaib Sultan, Saqib Khan, Waseem Akram
Islamabad United
S Minhas Haider Ali MS Chapman SH Khan (C) Faheem Ashraf IM Wasim Salman Irshad AGS Gous Devon Conway Salman Mirza RJ Gleeson Bench: Max Bryant, Dipendra Singh Airee, Mehran Mumtaz, M Hasnain, Sameen Gul, Mohammad Faiq, H Sajjad, Mohsin Riaz, Chris Green, Nisar Ahmad
Injury News
No injury updates have been reported so far. Any changes will be updated closer to the match.
Captain Picks
Shadab Khan (ISL)
Shadab Khan has performed exceptionally well in PSL history. He has scored 163 runs and taken 10 wickets in the last 8 PSL games. His fans will expect a good performance from him this season.
Shamyl Hussain (QUE)
Shamyl Hussain is a brilliant T20 batter and is currently in good form. He has scored 54 runs in the last game against Hyderabad. He is a key player for Quetta this season.
Top Picks Mark
Chapman (ISL)
Mark Chapman is an excellent batter. He also scored 40 runs off just 21 balls in the recent game against Multan Sultans. He is definitely able to perform well this season.
Hasan Nawaz (QUE)
Hasan Nawaz is a good top-class batter and has also performed well in the PSL. He has scored 393 runs in the last 10 games. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Quetta Gladiators this season.
Budget Picks
Imad Wasim (ISL)
Imad Wasim is an excellent all-rounder. He has scored 1301 runs and taken 78 wickets in the 102 PSL games. He can definitely perform well this season.
Ahmed Daniyal (QUE)
Ahmed Daniyal is an excellent young bowler. He took five wickets in the last two games. He is definitely a brilliant bowler and can perform well for Quetta this season.
Players to Avoid
Haider Ali (ISL) Ben McDermott (QUE)
Mega League Team
Wicketkeepers: Andries Gous
Batters: Hasan Nawaz, Shamyl Hussain, Sameer Minhas
All-Rounders: Tom Curran, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, Mark Chapman
Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Richard Gleeson, Ahmed Daniyal
Head-to-Head Team
Wicketkeepers: Andries Gous
Batters: Hasan Nawaz, Saud Shakeel, Shamyl Hussain, Sameer Minhas
All-Rounders: Tom Curran, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, Mark Chapman
Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal
Match Prediction
Winner: Quetta Gladiators
FAQs- ISL vs QUE Dream11 Prediction
1. Who is the captain of Islamabad United in PSL 2026?
Shadab Khan is leading Islamabad United in the 2026 season.
2. Who is the captain of Quetta Gladiators?
Saud Shakeel is captaining Quetta Gladiators this season.
3. What is the pitch condition at Gaddafi Stadium for ISL vs QUE?
The pitch is batting-friendly and supports high-scoring encounters. The average first innings score is expected around 178 runs.
4. How did both teams perform in their recent PSL 2026 matches?
Islamabad United lost their opener to Multan Sultans (their second match was washed out), while Quetta Gladiators won their previous match by 40 runs against Hyderabad Kingsmen.
5. Who are the best captain and vice-captain choices for the ISL vs QUE Dream11 team?
Shadab Khan and Shamyl Hussain are strong captaincy options. Mark Chapman, Imad Wasim, Ahmed Daniyal, and Hasan Nawaz are excellent vice-captain choices for Grand League and Head-to-Head contests.
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