Fakhar Zaman Retained By Lahore Qalandars In PSL 2025
Fakhar Zaman is a household name in Pakistan cricket, thanks to his remarkable performances in the HBL Pakistan Super League. Known for his fearless batting, Fakhar has been a vital player in the league since his debut. Let’s explore his PSL history and what lies ahead for him in PSL 2025.
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| Name | Team | Category | Salary ($) | Salary (PKR) |
| Fakhar Zaman | Lahore Qalandars | Platinum | $220000 | PKR 6.13 Crore |
| Fakhar Zaman Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Stats | PSL |
| Role | Batsman |
| Batting | Left Handed |
| Bowling | spin Left-arm orthodox |
| Batting For Teams | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team | Year | Mode | Inn | HS | AVG | Stats |
| LHQ | All | PSL | 83 | 115 | 30.74 | Stats |
| Bowling For Teams | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team | Year | Mode | Inn | Wkts | Eco | Stats |
| LHQ | All | PSL | 7 | 2 | 5.80 | Stats |
Fakhar Zaman Early Years in PSL
Fakhar Zaman made his PSL debut in 2017 representing Lahore Qalandars. His explosive batting style quickly captured the attention of fans and experts alike. In his first season, Fakhar showcased glimpses of his potential with some quick fire knocks. Although his team struggled in the early seasons, Fakhar remained a shining star.
| Innings | Both | 1st | 2nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Catch | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Stumping | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Direct Throw(RO) | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Throw(RO) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Receiver(RO) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Highlights in PSL
Over the years, Fakhar Zaman has been a consistent performer for Lahore Qalandars. He played a key role in their title winning campaign in PSL 2022. Fakhar scored over 580 runs that season, becoming the tournaments highest run scorer. His ability to dominate bowlers in the powerplay and anchor innings when needed has made him one of the leagues best openers.
| Season | M | INNS | R | NO | HS | B | AVG | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSL 2024 | 8 | 8 | 157 | 0 | 54 | 136 | 19.6 | 115.4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| PSL 2023 | 13 | 13 | 429 | 0 | 115 | 267 | 33 | 160.7 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 34 |
| PSL 2022 | 13 | 13 | 588 | 0 | 106 | 385 | 45.2 | 152.7 | 1 | 7 | 20 | 53 |
| PSL 2021 | 10 | 10 | 287 | 0 | 83 | 237 | 28.7 | 121.1 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 26 |
| PSL 2020 | 12 | 12 | 325 | 0 | 63 | 252 | 27.1 | 129 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 36 |
| PSL 2019 | 10 | 10 | 285 | 0 | 65 | 207 | 28.5 | 137.7 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 33 |
| PSL 2018 | 10 | 10 | 277 | 0 | 94 | 188 | 27.7 | 147.3 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 23 |
| PSL 2017 | 8 | 8 | 177 | 0 | 56 | 128 | 22.1 | 138.3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 19 |
One of Fakhar most memorable moments came in PSL 2023 when he smashed a blistering century. His aggressive approach and fearless hitting have often turned games in favour of his team.
| Match Title | I | B | O | R | W | BI | BM | ECO | AVG | STR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSL 2019 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.8 | 0 | 0 |
| PSL 2018 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5.5 | 0 | 0 |
| PSL 2017 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2.5 | 0 | 0 |
Fakhar Zaman Impact on Lahore Qalandars
Fakhar has been the backbone of Lahore Qalandars batting lineup. His consistency at the top has provided the team with solid starts and setting the tone for big scores.
| Batting On Stadiums | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stadium | Year | Mode | Inn | HS | AVG | Stats |
| National Stadium | all | PSL | 18 | 106 | 48.17 | Stats |
| Gaddafi Stadium | all | PSL | 27 | 96 | 25.59 | Stats |
| Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | all | PSL | 2 | 22 | 16.00 | Stats |
| Sharjah Cricket Stadium | all | PSL | 9 | 94 | 33.88 | Stats |
| Sheikh Zayed Stadium | all | PSL | 7 | 44 | 15.57 | Stats |
| Dubai International Cricket St | all | PSL | 16 | 65 | 20.75 | Stats |
| Multan Cricket Stadium | all | PSL | 2 | 66 | 53.50 | Stats |
| Pindi Club Ground | all | PSL | 2 | 115 | 63.00 | Stats |
Fakhar leadership qualities and experience have also been instrumental in guiding younger players. As a senior player he has become a mentor for upcoming talent in the franchise.
Expectations for PSL 2025
Looking ahead to PSL 2025, Fakhar Zaman role will be crucial once again. With his vast experience and proven track record, fans expect him to continue delivering match winning performances. Fakhar is likely to remain an integral part of Lahore Qalandars as they aim to defend or reclaim their title. His fitness and form will play a significant role in determining his impact in the upcoming season.
Fakhar has shown no signs of slowing down and PSL 2025 could see him achieve new milestones. Whether its scoring more centuries or leading his team to victory Fakhar journey in the PSL is far from over.
Conclusion
Fakhar Zaman contributions to HBL PSL have been outstanding. From his early days to becoming a seasoned campaigner, Fakhar journey is an inspiration. As PSL 2025 approaches, cricket fans eagerly await more fireworks from this talented opener.
His future in the league looks bright and his performances will undoubtedly remain a key highlight in the tournaments history.
