PSL 2025: Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators – Match 2

PSL 2025: Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators – Match 2 Preview & Key Highlights

Date: April 12, 2025
Venue: National Bank Stadium, Karachi
Match: 2nd Match – Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators
Time: 7:00 PM (PKT)

Match Preview: Clash of Rivals in Karachi

The second match of PSL 2025 will witness a classic showdown between two fan-favorite teams – Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators. Both teams have a rich history of thrilling contests, and this one promises to be no different as they lock horns at the National Bank Stadium.

Peshawar Zalmi: Youth & Firepower Combined

Led by the aggressive Babar Azam, Zalmi comes into the tournament with a balanced squad of experienced internationals and young guns. Players like Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, and Tom Kohler-Cadmore offer explosive batting options. Their pace unit, bolstered by Wahab Riaz and Salman Irshad, aims to strike early and hard.

Quetta Gladiators: Rebuilding with Intent

Under the leadership of Sarfaraz Ahmed, Quetta Gladiators are looking to bounce back from previous seasons. With the inclusion of overseas firepower like Jason Roy and Wanindu Hasaranga, alongside local stars such as Iftikhar Ahmed, they pose a real threat. Watch out for their spin attack on a potentially dry Karachi surface.

 Players to Watch

• Babar Azam – The maestro returns with more elegance and firepower.

• Jason Roy – If he gets going, Gladiators could post a mammoth total.

• Saim Ayub – The youngster has been in red-hot form and could shine again.

• Wanindu Hasaranga – A key figure in the middle overs with both ball and bat.

 Match Prediction

A high-scoring encounter is on the cards with both teams boasting aggressive top orders. However, the team that handles pressure better in the death overs will likely walk away with the win.