PSL 2025: Lahore Qalandars vs Multan Sultans – 16th Match Preview
Lahore Qalandars face Multan Sultans in PSL 2025 Match 16. Get full preview, squad updates, key players, pitch report, and prediction from Gaddafi Stadium
PSL 2025: Lahore Qalandars vs Multan Sultans – 16th Match Preview, Teams & Prediction
| Match 16– PSL 2025 Preview Live | |||
| Match starts at Apr 26, 15:00 GMT | |||
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Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |  |
| Score 186/5 ( 19 OVERS) | Score 185/3 ( 20 OVERS) | ||
| Lahore Qalandars won by 5 wickets (with 6 balls remaining) | |||
| Player Of The Match : | |||
Lahore Qalandars Innings
| Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fakhar Zaman
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c Little b Hasnain | 28 | 22 | 3 | 2 | 127 |
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Mohammad Naeem
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c Bracewell b Little | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 150 |
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Abdullah Shafique
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c Khan b Shah | 34 | 25 | 2 | 2 | 136 |
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Daryl Mitchell
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b Javed | 64 | 38 | 4 | 4 | 168 |
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Sam Billings
|
Catch Out (Sub) | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Sikandar Raza
|
Not Out | 40 | 21 | 2 | 4 | 190 |
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Asif Ali
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Not Out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | NB | WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Hasnain | 4 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 7.5 | 0 | 0 |
| Joshua Little | 4 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 10.75 | 0 | 1 |
| Ubaid Shah | 4 | 0 | 34 | 2 | 8.5 | 0 | 6 |
| Akif Javed | 4 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| Michael Bracewell | 3 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
Match Details
| First Umpire | Ahsan Raza |
| Second Umpire | Alex Wharf |
| TV Umpire | Asif Yaqoob |
| Referee | Iqbal Sheikh |
| Man of the Match | Daryl Mitchell |
Playing XI
| Lahore Qalandars | Multan Sultans |
|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | Mohammad Rizwan |
| Mohammad Naeem | Yasir Khan |
| Abdullah Shafique | Usman Khan |
| Daryl Mitchell | Shai Hope |
| Asif Ali | Kamran Ghulam |
| Sam Billings | Iftikhar Ahmed |
| Sikandar Raza | Michael Bracewell |
| Shaheen Afridi | Ubaid Shah |
| Tom Curran | Mohammad Hasnain |
| Haris Rauf | Akif Javed |
| Asif Afridi | Joshua Little |
Lahore Qalandars Take on Multan Sultans in a Top-of-the-Table Clash
The 16th match of PSL 2025 is set to be a thrilling contest as the Lahore Qalandars face off against the Multan Sultans at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Both teams have been in scintillating form this season, and this match promises to be a spectacle for fans of all ages.
Lahore Qalandars – The Defending Champions
The Lahore Qalandars, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi, come into this match as the defending champions. With a solid mix of explosive batsmen like Fakhar Zaman and match-winning bowlers such as Haris Rauf, Lahore has a well-balanced team. Their ability to perform under pressure makes them one of the most dangerous teams in PSL 2025.
Multan Sultans – Consistency & Depth in All Departments
Under the leadership of Mohammad Rizwan, the Multan Sultans have built a reputation as one of the most consistent teams in PSL history. With Rilee Rossouw, Kieron Pollard, and Ihsanullah leading from the front, Multan's depth in both batting and bowling makes them formidable opponents. Their ability to control the game at key moments could be the difference in this high-stakes match.
Key Players to Watch
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Shaheen Shah Afridi – Lahore’s pace ace, capable of breaking partnerships and making early breakthroughs.
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Fakhar Zaman – Lahore’s top-order batter, a power-hitter who can turn the match in no time.
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Mohammad Rizwan – Multan’s steady captain, known for his consistency and leadership.
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Rilee Rossouw – A key player for Multan, dangerous in both the powerplay and death overs.
Pitch & Match Prediction
Gaddafi Stadium generally favors the batsmen, with a true pitch offering high-scoring potential. Both teams have explosive line-ups, so it could be a battle between Lahore’s bowlers and Multan’s deep batting order. Lahore's recent form and home advantage give them a slight edge, but Multan Sultans’ balanced squad could make this match a close contest
