Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars 1st Match, PSL X April 11, 2025
Watch (IU v LQ) Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars 1st Match live streaming online from Rawalpindi cricket stadium on April 11, 2025, as PSL X kicks off with an exciting clash between top teams.
| Time | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 PM | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | April 11, 2025 |
Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars 1st Match Preview
As the defending champions, Islamabad United will aim to start their title defense on a strong note against the two-time champions, Lahore Qalandars. Both teams have a history of thrilling encounters, making this opener highly anticipated.
Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars Venue
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, known for its lively pitch and enthusiastic crowd, will host the opening match. With a capacity of over 15,000 spectators, the stadium has been a venue for many memorable PSL matches.
Toss
The toss, scheduled 30 minutes before the match, will be crucial in determining both teams’ strategies, especially considering the pitch conditions and possible dew factor in the evening.
Islamabad United
Batters
As of the latest available information, here is a list of Islamabad United batters for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season, along with their nationalities and roles:
| Name | Nat. | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew Short | Australian | Batter |
| Azam Khan | Pakistani | Wicketkeeper |
| Haider Ali | Pakistani | Batter |
| Colin Munro | New Zealander | Batter |
| Andries Gous | South African | Wicketkeeper |
| Rassie van der Dussen | South African | Batter |
| Sam Billings | English | Wicketkeeper |
Check full IU Squad 2025.
Bowlers
As of the latest information available, here is a list of bowlers for Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season, along with their nationalities and roles:
| Name | Nat. | Bowling Style |
|---|---|---|
| Naseem Shah | Pakistani | Right-arm fast |
| Ben Dwarshuis | Australian | Left-arm fast-medium |
| Rumman Raees | Pakistani | Left-arm fast-medium |
| Salman Irshad | Pakistani | Right-arm fast |
| Hunain Shah | Pakistani | Right-arm medium |
| Riley Meredith | Australian | Right-arm fast |
All-Rounders
As of the 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) season, Islamabad United’s roster includes the following all-rounders:
| Player | Nat. | Batting | Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadab Khan | Pakistani | Right-handed | Right-arm leg break |
| Imad Wasim | Pakistani | Left-handed | Left-arm orthodox |
| Salman Ali Agha | Pakistani | Right-handed | Right-arm off-break |
| Jason Holder | Barbadian | Right-handed | Right-arm medium-fast |
Lahore Qalandars
Batters
As of the latest updates for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season, the Lahore Qalandars have assembled a formidable lineup of batters. Here’s a list of their key batsmen:
| Name | Nat. | Batting |
|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | Pakistani | Left-handed |
| Abdullah Shafique | Pakistani | Right-handed |
| Kusal Perera | Sri Lankan | Left-handed |
| Asif Ali | Pakistani | Right-handed |
Check full LQ Squad 2025.
Bowlers
The Lahore Qalandars have assembled a formidable bowling lineup for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season. Their bowlers include:
| Player | Nat. | Bowling |
|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi (Captain) | Pakistani | Left-arm fast |
| Haris Rauf | Pakistani | Right-arm fast |
| Zaman Khan | Pakistani | Right-arm medium-fast |
| Asif Afridi | Pakistani | Left-arm orthodox spin |
| Momin Qamar | Pakistani | Right-arm off-spin |
| Muhammad Azab | Pakistani | Right-arm fast |
| Salman Ali Mirza | Pakistani | Left-arm fast-medium |
All-Rounders
As of the 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) season, the Lahore Qalandars have assembled a versatile squad featuring several notable all-rounders:
| Player | Batting | Bowling | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jahandad Khan | Left-handed | Left-arm medium-fast | Pakistani |
| Sikandar Raza | Right-handed | Right-arm off break | Zimbabwean |
| David Wiese | Right-handed | Right-arm fast-medium | Namibian |
| Daryl Mitchell | Right-handed | Right-arm medium | New Zealander |
| Tom Curran | Right-handed | Right-arm fast-medium | English |
| Rishad Hossain | Right-handed | Right-arm leg break | Bangladeshi |
Both Teams’ Previous PSL Records
Historically, Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars have faced each other multiple times in the PSL. As of the latest records, Islamabad United has won 10 out of 19 encounters, while Lahore Qalandars have secured 9 victories. The opening match of PSL 2025 promises to be an exhilarating contest, setting the tone for the rest of the tournament.
