The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 continues to captivate cricket enthusiasts as Lahore Qalandars prepare to face Multan Sultans in the 16th match of the tournament on April 26 at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. This encounter is pivotal for both teams, with Multan aiming to solidify their position at the top, while Lahore seeks their first victory of the season.
Match Preview
The Gaddafi Stadium has been a high-scoring venue this season, with an average first-innings total of 177 runs. The pitch favors batsmen, but as the game progresses, spinners can find some assistance. Pacers may also extract swing with the new ball, making the initial overs crucial for both teams.
Team Analysis
Lahore Qalandars
Lahore Qalandars have struggled this season, losing all five of their matches. Despite individual brilliance from players like Rassie van der Dussen, who has amassed 270 runs at an average of 90.00, and Shaheen Afridi, who has taken 7 wickets, the team has failed to perform cohesively.
Probable Playing XI:
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Sahibzada Farhan
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Fakhar Zaman
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Rassie van der Dussen
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Shai Hope (wk)
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Sikandar Raza
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Ahsan Bhatti
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Jahandad Khan
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Carlos Brathwaite
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Shaheen Afridi (c)
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Mohammad Imran
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Zaman Khan
Multan Sultans
Multan Sultans have been impressive, winning four out of their five matches. Reeza Hendricks leads their batting with 246 runs at an average of 61.50, while Mohammad Ali has been exceptional with the ball, claiming 13 wickets at an economy rate of 5.60.
Probable Playing XI:
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Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk)
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Usman Khan
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Reeza Hendricks
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Tayyab Tahir
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Iftikhar Ahmed
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Khushdil Shah
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David Willey
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Usama Mir
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Aftab Ibrahim
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Abbas Afridi
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Mohammad Ali
Updated Points Table (as of April 26, 2025)
| Position | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Multan Sultans | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| 2 | Islamabad United | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Quetta Gladiators | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | Karachi Kings | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 5 | Peshawar Zalmi | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 6 | Lahore Qalandars | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Match Prediction
Considering current form and team composition, Multan Sultans are the favorites to win today’s match. Their consistent performances across departments give them an edge over the struggling Lahore Qalandars.
