PSL 2025: Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi – Match 5 Preview

PSL 2025: Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi – Match 5 Preview, Teams, and Prediction

Match 5– PSL 2025 Preview Live
Date & Time: Apr 14, 08:00 PM LOCAL
	Islamabad United	Peshawar Zalmi
	Score 86/1 (8)	Score 141 (18.2)
Islamabad United won by 102 runs
Player Of The Match :

Match Info
Match: ISU vs PSZ, 5th Match, Pakistan Super League, 2025
Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
Toss: Islamabad United won the toss and opt to bat
Time: 6:00 PM
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Umpires: Aleem Dar, Nasir Hussain
Third Umpire: Rashid Riaz
Match Referee: Ranjan Madugalle

Islamabad United Squad:
Playing: Andries Gous, Sahibzada Farhan, Colin Munro, Salman Agha, Azam Khan (wk), Shadab Khan (c), Jason Holder, Imad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Saad Masood, Ben Dwarshuis

Bench: Muhammad Shahzad, Riley Meredith, Mohammad Nawaz, Matthew Short, Rassie van der Dussen, Rumman Raees, Salman Irshad, Haider Ali, Hunain Shah
Support Staff: 

Peshawar Zalmi Squad:
Playing: Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris (wk), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Hussain Talat, Mitchell Owen, George Linde, Alzarri Joseph, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Ali, Ali Raza
Bench: Max Bryant, Arif Yaqoob, Abdul Samad, Nahid Rana, Mehran Mumtaz, Maaz Sadaqat, Ahmed Daniyal, Najibullah Zadran, Luke Wood
Support Staff:
Venue Guide

Stadium: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
City: Rawalpindi
Capacity: 15000
Ends: Pavilion End, Shell End
Hosts to: Pakistan, Rawalpindi

Match Preview: United vs Zalmi – A Clash of Titans in Rawalpindi

The fifth game of the Pakistan Super League 2025 brings a sizzling rivalry to Rawalpindi as Islamabad United face off against Peshawar Zalmi. Both teams are crowd favorites and packed with power-hitters, making this match a must-watch.

Islamabad United: Strategists with Star Power

Two-time PSL champions Islamabad United, led by Shadab Khan, bring an aggressive yet calculated brand of cricket. With big names like Alex Hales, Azam Khan, and Faheem Ashraf, United have the tools to dismantle any bowling lineup. The Rawalpindi pitch plays into their hands — fast-paced and batter-friendly.

Peshawar Zalmi: Boom or Bust, the Entertainment Giants

Babar Azam captains Peshawar Zalmi, blending class and explosiveness. Backed by Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, and Rovman Powell, Zalmi are known for aggressive top-order batting. Their bowling, led by Wahab Riaz and Salman Irshad, will be key on a flat deck.

Players to Watch

• Shadab Khan – The captain and leg-spinner can shift momentum in a flash.

• Babar Azam – Pure elegance; Zalmi's rock at the top.

• Azam Khan – Islamabad’s big-hitting finisher with fearless intent.

• Saim Ayub – X-factor for Zalmi, explosive and unpredictable.

Match Prediction

Rawalpindi's high-scoring conditions could result in a run-fest. Islamabad United might have a slight edge with home support and familiarity with the venue, but Peshawar Zalmi's fearless brand makes this anyone’s game.