Lahore Qalandars set to face Quetta Gladiators in the 26th match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL) at the National Stadium in Karachi, on Friday, April 17.
Preview
In the 26th match of the PSL 2026, Lahore Qalandars (LAH) will take on Quetta Gladiators (QUE). Lahore Qalandars had a disappointing outing in their previous match, going down to Peshawar Zalmi by 76 runs. Peshawar, batting first, posted 173 runs on the board, while Lahore were bundled out for just 97 runs in reply. Abdullah Shafique was the lone bright spot with a quick 21 off 15 deliveries. On the bowling front, skipper Shahid Afridi impressed with figures of 3 for 22, while Mustafizur Rahman chipped in with two wickets.
Similarly, Quetta Gladiators also struggled in their last game, suffering an 8-wicket defeat against Peshawar Zalmi. Batting first, Quetta managed to score 154 runs, but Peshawar comfortably chased down the target in 18.3 overs. Hasan Nawaz was the top scorer for Quetta with 37 off 35 balls, while Saud Shakeel contributed a steady 26 off 18 deliveries.
Quetta’s bowling unit, however, failed to make an impact, with Alzarri Joseph and Saud Shakeel picking up one wicket each, while the rest of the bowlers remained ineffective.
Match Information
Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators, Match 26
Pakistan Super League, 17 Apr 2026, Fri, 7:30 PM IST ,Karachi
Probable PlayingXI
Lahore Qalandars
FK Zaman, Abdullah Shafique, Asif Ali, Sikandar Raza, U Shah, Haseebullah Khan, M Naeem, S Afridi(C), Mustafizur Rahman, Usama Mir, Dunith Wellalage
Bench: Tayyab Tahir, Mohammad Parvez Hossain, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Farooq, Haris Rauf, DR Sams, Shahab Khan, Maaz Khan, RA Herman, RP Burl, C Asalanka
Quetta Gladiators
Ahsan Ali, Saud Shakeel(C), RR Rossouw, H Nawaz, Shamyl Hussain, Khawaja Nafay, J Khan, TK Curran, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq, Alzarri Joseph
Bench: Bismillah Khan, BR McDermott, B Jacobs, Brett Hampton, SB Harper, K Zaib, Jahanzaib Sultan, Saqib Khan, Waseem Akram, Ahmed Daniyal, Kashif Bhatti, K Ahmed
Injury News – (Will be added when there is an update)
Pitch Report
Captains
Saud Shakeel QUE | bat – 8.5
Saud Shakeel is a highly skilled T20 batter and is currently in impressive form, having scored 250 runs in his last 10 matches. He remains a crucial player for Quetta this season.
Muhammad Naeem LAH | bowl – 7.5
Mohammad Naeem has delivered strong performances in the PSL, scoring 301 runs across his last 10 matches. He will be expected to continue this form and make a significant impact this season.
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Fakhar Zaman LAH | BAT – 9
Fakhar Zaman is a good T20 batter and has performed well recently. He has scored 256 runs in the last 8 games. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Multan Sultans this season.
Hasan Nawaz QUE | BAT – 6
Hasan Nawaz is a good, top-class batter and has also performed well in the PSL. He has scored 483 runs in the last 10 games, including 37 in the previous game against Peshawar. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Quetta Gladiators this season.
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Usman Tariq QUE | bowl – 5.5
Usman Tariq is an excellent spinner and is currently in good form. Moreover, he took 11 wickets in the last 9 games. He can perform well this season.
Shaheen Afridi LAH | bowl – 9
Shaheen Afridi is an excellent pacer and is currently in good form. Moreover, he took 20 wickets in the last 10 games. He is definitely a brilliant bowler and can perform well this season.
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Mohammad Parvez Hossain – LAH | BAT – 8.5
Jahanzaib Sultan – QUE | BAT – 8
LAH vs QUE Dream11 Prediction FAQs
Who is the captain of Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2026?
Shaheen Afridi is leading Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2026.
Who is the captain of Quetta Gladiators?
Saud Shakeel is captaining Quetta Gladiators this season.
What is the pitch condition at National Stadium?
The pitch is batting-friendly and ideal for high-scoring matches. Spinners get assistance as the game progresses, and dew often benefits the chasing team. The average first innings score is around 168 runs.
How did both teams perform in their recent PSL 2026 matches?
Lahore Qalandars suffered a heavy 76-run defeat against Peshawar Zalmi, getting bowled out for 97.
Quetta Gladiators also lost their previous game, going down by 8 wickets to Peshawar Zalmi after failing to defend 154.
Who are the best captain and vice-captain choices for the LAH vs QUE Dream11 team?
Fakhar Zaman and Saud Shakeel are strong captaincy options.
For vice-captain picks, consider Shaheen Afridi, Sikandar Raza, and Tom Curran.
Who are the top players to watch in LAH vs QUE Match 26?
Key players include Fakhar Zaman, Hasan Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, and Abrar Ahmed.
What is the expected match scenario for LAH vs QUE?
Given current form, Quetta Gladiators may have a slight edge, especially if they chase under dew conditions at Karachi.
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