- May 26, 2025
QG vs LQ (Final) – Highlights
Lahore, May 25, 2025 — In a pulsating finale at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Qalandars triumphed over Quetta Gladiators by six wickets in a last-over thriller to claim the 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) title. Chasing a formidable target of 202, the Qalandars reached 204/4 with one ball to spare, thanks to a scintillating unbeaten 62 off 31 balls from Sri Lankan veteran Kusal Perera, who was named Player of the Match for his heroics.
Having elected to bat first in the high-stakes final, the Gladiators posted a challenging total of 201/9 on the back of a stunning inning by Hasan Nawaz, who smashed 76 off just 43 deliveries, including 8 fours and 4 sixes. His aggressive intent was well-supported by cameos from Avishka Fernando (29 off 22) and Faheem Ashraf (28 off 8), the latter providing late fireworks with three towering sixes.
However, the Qalandars’ bowlers showed grit in the death overs. Shaheen Shah Afridi, leading from the front, delivered a captain’s spell, picking up 3 wickets for just 24 runs in his four overs. His early dismissal of Saud Shakeel and later scalps of Hasan Nawaz and Dinesh Chandimal tilted the momentum. Salman Mirza and Haris Rauf chipped in with two wickets apiece, while Sikandar Raza and Rishad Hossain took one each, collectively managing to keep the Quetta batters in check despite the high run rate.
In reply, the Qalandars’ chase began with a brief flourish before Fakhar Zaman was trapped LBW by Abrar Ahmed. But it was the dynamic pair of Mohammad Naeem and Abdullah Shafique who steadied the innings, stitching together a crucial 46-run partnership. Naeem, the breakout performer of the season, dazzled with a 27-ball 46, including six towering sixes that put immense pressure on the Gladiators’ bowling unit.
When the match seemed to hang in the balance at 115/3, Kusal Perera stepped up with a masterclass in controlled aggression. Displaying his trademark flair, Perera unleashed a flurry of boundaries and innovative strokes, anchoring the chase with remarkable composure. He found an able partner in Sikandar Raza, who finished unbeaten on 22 off just 7 balls, finishing the match in style with a six in the penultimate delivery.
The victory crowned Lahore Qalandars as PSL 2025 champions, capping a stellar campaign. Meanwhile, Quetta Gladiators’ Hasan Nawaz, despite finishing on the losing side, was rightly awarded Player of the Series for his consistent brilliance throughout the tournament, amassing 399 runs.
This final will be remembered not only for its edge-of-the-seat drama but also for showcasing the depth of young Pakistani and international talent. With electrifying performances, tactical captaincy, and a crowd on its feet till the very end, the 2025 PSL finale lived up to its billing and provided a fitting climax to another enthralling season.
Quetta Gladiators vs Lahore Qalandars Scoreboard
Quetta Gladiators – 201/9 (20.0)
Lahore Qalandars – 204/4 (19.5)
Result – Lahore Qalandars won by 6 wickets
Player of the match – Kusal Perera
Player of the series – Hasan Nawaz
Kusal Perera
QG vs LQ Playing XIs
Quetta Gladiators | Saud Shakeel, Finn Allen, Rilee Rossouw, Hasan Nawaz, Avishka Fernando, Dinesh Chandimal, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad, Usman Tariq |
Lahore Qalandars | Asif Ali, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Sikandar Raza, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Muhammad Akhlaq, Rishad Hossain, Haris Rauf, Salman Mirza |
Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.
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