Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi are set to face off in a crucial PSL 2025 encounter on April 24 at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Lahore, buoyed by a recent victory over Islamabad United, aims to continue their winning momentum. Peshawar, on the other hand, seeks to bounce back after a narrow defeat to Karachi Kings. With both teams eyeing a spot in the playoffs, this match promises high-octane action and could be pivotal in shaping the league standings.
Live Streaming Info
Fans can catch the LQ Vs PZ clash live on Star Sports Network in India, Ten Sports in Pakistan, and Fox TV in the UK. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM PST, 9:00 PM IST, 3:30 PM GMT.
Team Analysis
Lahore Qalandars enter this match with dented confidence following a hard-fought defeat against Multan Sultans. The opening pair of Abdullah Shafique and Fakhar Zaman has been instrumental, providing aggressive starts that set the tone for the innings. Farhan, in particular, has been consistent, amassing 176 runs in four innings at an average of 44.44 and a strike rate of 166.03. The middle order, featuring David Weise and Sikandar Raza, adds depth and experience, crucial for anchoring the innings during pressure situations.
The bowling unit, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi, has shown resilience. Afridi has taken 6 wickets in four matches with an economy rate of 8.64, providing early breakthroughs. Zaman Khan compliments him well, especially in the death overs, with seven wickets in six matches. However, the team needs to address the occasional lapses in the middle overs, where runs have been leaked, putting pressure on the death bowlers.
Peshawar Zalmi, despite a recent loss, have shown glimpses of brilliance this season. Captain Babar Azam continues to be the main weakness in the squad, as his poor form continues. His strike rate is too low from T20I cricket perspective and oftentimes he fails to utilize the powerplay to the optimum.
The middle order, featuring Mitchell Owen and Siam Ayub, adds firepower, but consistency remains a concern.
The bowling department has been a mixed bag. Arif Yaqoob has been a standout performer with eight wickets in five matches at an economy rate of 8.88. The pacer, Luke Wood is in exceptionally good form as can be judged by his stellar spell in the last game where the young lad took home 3 wickets for only 28 runs. Alzarri Joseph and Salman Irshad have also contributed, but the team has struggled to contain runs in the death overs, a vulnerability that Lahore’s aggressive batting lineup could exploit. Addressing these issues will be crucial for Peshawar to secure a win.
Match Insights and Conclusion
The Gaddafi Stadium pitch is known for favoring batters, with an average first innings score of 176. Both teams will aim to capitalize on the batting-friendly conditions. For Lahore, the key players to watch are Sahibzada Farhan and Shaheen Shah Afridi, while Peshawar will rely heavily on Siam Ayub and Arif Yaqoob. Given Lahore’s recent form and home advantage, they appear to have the upper hand. However, Peshawar’s potent batting lineup ensures that the match could swing either way. Expect a thrilling contest as both teams vie for a crucial win in their quest for playoff qualification. To watch LQ vs PZ live, scroll above and click on the link provided.
