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LAHORE: Defending champions Lahore Qalandars have won the toss and decided to bat first against Quetta Gladiators, in the 30th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 here at Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday. 

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Quetta Gladiators: Shamyl Hussain, Saud Shakeel (c), Rilee Rossouw, Hassan Nawaz, Brett Hampton, Bevon Jacobs, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Khalil Ahmed, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq

Lahore Qalandars: M. Farooq, Fakhar Zaman, Abdullah Shafique, Charith Asalanka, Haseeb Ullah (wk), Sikandar Raza, Daniel Sams, Shaheen Afridi, Usama Mir, Ubaid Shah, Haris Rauf

HEAD TO HEAD

Qalandars and Gladiators have faced each other 22 times, with the holders leading the head-to-head record with 11 wins. The 2019 champions have secured ten victories, and one match ended in a no result.

Matches 22, Lahore Qalandars 11, Quetta Gladiators 10, NR 1

KARACHI: Lahore Qalandars have won the toss and have decided to bat first against Quetta Gladiators in the 26th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 here at the National Bank Stadium on Friday.

Head to Head

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Quetta Gladiators: Shamyl Hussain, Saud Shakeel (capt.), Rilee Rossouw, Hassan Nawaz, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Bevon Jacobs, Jahandad Khan, Saqib Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq

Lahore Qalandars: Mohammad Naeem, Fakhar Zaman, Abdullah Shafique, Charith Asalanka, Haseebullah (wk), Sikandar Raza, Daniel Sams, Mohammad Farooq, Shaheen Afridi (capt.), Usama Mir, Haris Rauf

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KARACHI: Quetta Gladiators have strengthened their squad for the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 by bringing in experienced Sri Lankan batter Dinesh Chandimal as a replacement for Bevon Jacobs.

Jacobs has left the tournament to join New Zealand’s national squad ahead of their upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled to begin on April 27.

The right-handed batter featured in three matches during his debut PSL campaign, scoring 52 runs, including an unbeaten 49 against Multan Sultans.

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Chandimal, a seasoned campaigner in international cricket, is set to arrive in Pakistan later today and will link up with the Gladiators squad immediately.

The wicketkeeper-batter is no stranger to the franchise, having made a brief appearance in the previous edition of the league. He played three matches in PSL 10, scoring 87 runs, with a top score of an unbeaten 48.

At the international level, Chandimal has represented Sri Lanka in 69 T20Is, accumulating 1,066 runs with six half-centuries to his name.

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He was also part of Sri Lanka’s triumphant squad in the 2014 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, adding valuable experience to the Gladiators’ dressing room.

Quetta Gladiators currently sit fifth on the PSL 11 points table, with two wins from six matches.

Quetta Gladiators squad: Saud Shakeel (c), Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq, Hasan Nawaz, Shamyl Hussain, Alzarri Joseph, Rilee Rossouw, Ahmed Daniyal, Jahanzaib Sultan, Jahandad Khan, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Khan Zeb, Bismillah Khan, Saqib Khan, Ahsaan Ali, Brett Hampton, Sam Harper, Dinesh Chandimal, Ben McDermott, Tom Curran

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KARACHI: Top-order batter Rilee Rossouw on Wednesday became the first overseas player to feature in 100 matches in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.

Rossouw reached the landmark while turning out for Quetta Gladiators in PSL.

After this, he became the fourth player overall—after Imad Wasim, Babar Azam, and Fakhar Zaman — to complete a century of matches.

Before the match, PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer and Quetta Gladiators Owner Nadeem Umar congratulated Rilee Rossouw and presented him with a Gladiators helmet.

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Rilee Rossouw has featured in 10 editions of the tournament since 2017. The left-hander has represented Quetta Gladiators for six seasons and Multan Sultans for four seasons in the PSL.

The left-hander has previously represented Quetta Gladiators for six seasons and Multan Sultans for four seasons in the PSL.

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Notably, he is also the fourth-highest run-scorer in the PSL with 2366 runs, with 11 half-centuries and three centuries.

The 36-year-old is also the leading run-scorer among overseas players in the tournament.

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Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris, Kusal Mendis (wk), Farhan Yousuf, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abdul Samad, Aeron Hardie, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Basit Ali, Ali Raza

Quetta Gladiators: Shamyl Hussain, Saud Shakeel (c), Rilee Rossouw, Hassan Nawaz, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Tom Curran, Jahandad Khan, Ahsan Ali, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq

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KARACHI: All-rounder Jahandad Khan addressed the media after an impressive all-round performance that helped Quetta Gladiators beat Rawalpindiz by a hefty margin of 61 runs in the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11. 

Set 183 under lights at the National Bank Stadium, Rawalpindiz were bowled for 121 in 17.3 overs.

Jahandad Khan, who made his debut for Quetta Gladiators, delivered with both bat and ball.

The all-rounder came in when Gladiators were 156-4 in 18 overs. The left-hander struck 21 from nine deliveries, including two sixes and two fours that helped his side finish strong.

After impressing with the bat, he also delivered with the bowl, picking up two wickets in 2.3 overs while giving away eight runs.

Talking to reporters at the post-match press conference, Jahandad said he had been waiting for an oppurtunity for the past year.

“I had been waiting for an opportunity for a year,” he said. “This time, I got the chance to play in the PSL and proved my selection right,” he added.

He further said his simple plan was to contribute to victories whenever given an opportunity.

“My simple plan is that whenever I play, I try to win matches for my team,” the 22-year-old revealed.

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“Last year, I couldn’t play cricket in Pakistan at all. I did not represent Pakistan Shaheens or the national team, and I did not play in the PSL. ”

He added that he had worked hard over the past year, particularly on his batting and finishing skills, while expressing confidence in his abilities and future prospects.

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“I have prepared well over the past year, particularly with the bat, and have worked on finishing matches. I consider myself Pakistan’s best all-rounder, and in the future I will prove myself,” said the all-rounder.

Jahandad also credited his experience in the Bangladesh Premier League for his recent performances.

“I have played in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) for the past two years. My experience in the BPL is also helping me.”

“I played my natural game; no one gave me any specific instructions,” he concluded.

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KARACHI: Rilee Rossouw’s half-century and a dominant bowling performance helped Quetta Gladiators defeat Rawalpindiz by 61 runs in the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 here at the National Bank Stadium on Friday.

Set a stiff 183 to chase, Rawalpindiz innings folded on a mere 121 run total in 17.3 overs.

The chase started on a shaky note as skipper Mohammad Rizwan was sent back for a golden duck on the first ball of the innings.

After an early wicket, opener Yasir Khan decided to take on the bowlers and accumulated 14 runs in the second over.

Rawalpindiz were 27 in 2.5 overs before Usman Khawaja (7) was run out, putting them in further trouble.

Meanwhile, Yasir continued on as Rawalpindiz reached 45 in the fifth over. However, his innings ended on 22 after holing out to deep wicket.

With Rawalpindiz in deep trouble, Daryl Mitchell and Abdullah Fazal came to the fore, putting the chase back on track with a 33-run partnership.

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The scorecard read 77 in 11 overs when Usman Khan removed Abdullah Fazal ( 20) to break the threatening stand.

In the very next over, Saud Shakeel picked up two wickets, removing Daryl Mitchell (30 off 32) and Sam Billings for one run to put Quetta Gladiators into a winning position.

Rawalpindiz innings quickly unraveled after the quick wickets as they lost control of the game and were bowled out for a modest score.

For Quetta Gladiators, Saud Shakeel, Usman Tariq, and Jahandad Khan picked up two wickets each.

Earlier, Rilee Rossouw composed half-century and Hassan Nawaz’s blistering knock powered Quetta Gladiators to a strong total.

Asked to bat first, Quetta Gladiators managed to post 182-6 on the board in their 20 overs.

After a quiet power play, Rilee Rossouw and skipper Saud Shakeel added 87 off 67 balls for the second wicket partnership to put the Gladiators in a strong position.

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Rossouw made 53 off 42 with the aid of six boundaries and a maximum before getting caught off Mubasir Khan’s bowling.

Saud Shakeel soon followed him after scoring 42 from 39, including three boundaries.

At this stage, Gladitors were 123-3 in 15.3 overs with Hassan Nawaz at the fore.

The right remained instrumental in helping his side reach a commendable total. He struck five sixes on his way to 39 from only 16 balls.

For Rawalpindiz, Ben Sears picked up three wickets in his quota of four overs.

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KARACHI: Quetta Gladiators spinner Abrar Ahmed has expressed confidence in his side’s ability to recover from a shaky start in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11. 

While giving an interview on a private channel, Abrar expressed confidence in the team despite winning only one out of three matches in the Lahore leg.

“We have left the previous stage behind because it wasn’t good for us. Now we want to begin again from here,” he said.

“We were winning some matches but lost them due to mistakes in the middle order. In a couple of games, including against Islamabad and Karachi Kings, we had control but couldn’t finish,” he added.

The mystery spinner is hopeful of lifting the trophy for his side with a strong bowling performance.

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“My personal goal is simple — to win the trophy for Quetta Gladiators,” he explained.

Maintaining a good economy rate and bowling consistently matter more than topping the wicket charts if it helps the team reach the final.

Abrar remarked about bowling with a plan and expressed hope that he would soon see the crowd in the PSL.

“You have to read the wicket, understand the batter, and adjust your plans accordingly. Everything is about situation-based bowling,” Abrar maintained.

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“The crowd makes the game more alive. Hopefully, things improve and we see fans back in the stands soon.”

The 27-year-old said his focus is solely on playing cricket, regardless of the venue anywhere in the world.

“My job is to play cricket. Whether I play here or anywhere in the world, my focus remains only on the game,” he concluded.

Quetta Gladiators will face winless Rawalpindiz in the 18th match of the PSL 11.

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LAHORE: A complete team performance led by Abrar Ahmed and backed by crucial half-centuries from Shamyl Hussain and Hasan Nawaz powered Quetta Gladiators to a convincing 40-run victory over Hyderabad Kingsmen in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 clash at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday.

Defending 175, the Gladiators produced a disciplined bowling display to restrict the Kingsmen to 134-8, handing the debutants their second consecutive defeat of the season.

The chase never truly took off for Hyderabad as early blows derailed their innings.

Saim Ayub (8) and Maaz Sadaqat (0) fell cheaply inside the first eight balls, while Abrar struck twice in the powerplay to remove Usman Khan, leaving the side struggling early.

Captain Marnus Labuschagne attempted to steady the innings with a scratchy 23, but his dismissal by opposing skipper Saud Shakeel further deepened the crisis at 57-5.

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A brief fightback came through a 48-run stand between Irfan Khan Niazi and Hassan Khan, who scored 31 off 19. However, once Ahmed Daniyal broke the partnership, the result was effectively sealed.

Abrar returned to dismiss Irfan for 33, putting the contest beyond Hyderabad, who eventually limped to 134-8.

Abrar finished with three wickets, while Daniyal picked up two. Alzarri Joseph, Usman Tariq and Saud Shakeel chipped in with one apiece.

Earlier, Quetta Gladiators recovered from an early wobble to post 174-8, courtesy of a vital partnership between Shamyl and Hasan Nawaz.

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The Gladiators were reduced to 25-2 after early dismissals of Saud Shakeel (4) and Rilee Rossouw (0), both falling to Riley Meredith.

However, Shamyl and Hasan Nawaz combined to rebuild the innings with an 89-run stand.

Shamyl continued his fine form, registering his second consecutive half-century of the tournament with a composed 54 off 41 balls. Hasan Nawaz complemented him well with a fluent 53 off 40 before being run out.

A late cameo from Tom Curran, who struck 31 off 18 deliveries, provided the finishing push as Quetta posted a competitive total.

For Hyderabad, Meredith was the standout performer with three wickets, while Maheesh Theekshana and Akif Javed claimed two wickets each.

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LAHORE: Karachi Kings fast bowler Hasan Ali expressed confidence in his side’s momentum after playing a pivotal role in their thrilling 14-run victory over Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.

Hasan starred with the ball, returning figures of 4-27 to help Karachi Kings successfully defend a total of 181-7 at the Gaddafi Stadium.

Reflecting on the team’s strong start, Hasan emphasized the importance of carrying the momentum forward.

“It’s a great feeling to start the season with a win, and it was a very good victory,” Hasan said. “Hopefully, we can carry this momentum forward in the upcoming matches.”

He credited the batting unit for setting up the game and highlighted how the bowlers executed their plans despite an early setback in the power play.

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“Our batters put up a very good total against Quetta, so the plan with the ball was to hit the right areas,” he explained.

“Even though we didn’t bowl as well as we wanted in the powerplay, credit goes to our spinners who bowled in the right areas and helped us make a comeback. Later, the fast bowlers capitalized on that and executed well.”

Hasan Ali also spoke about his personal comeback during the match after conceding 16 runs in his first over, stressing the importance of composure under pressure.

“It’s very important to control your nerves and stay calm,” he said.

“I strongly believe there’s always a chance to make a comeback, and cricket gives you that second opportunity. My plan was to recover those runs in my next spell and deliver for the team, and thankfully, it worked.”

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Looking ahead, the experienced pacer outlined both his individual and team ambitions for the tournament.

“There are always individual goals, like becoming the best bowler of the season,” Hasan noted.

“But more importantly, I want to perform when my team needs me the most and help lead Karachi Kings to victory. Individual and team goals go hand in hand.”

Karachi Kings will now take on defending champions Lahore Qalandars in their next fixture on Sunday, 29 March, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

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LAHORE: A composed late assault from Moeen Ali, followed by a decisive four-wicket haul from Hasan Ali, powered Karachi Kings to a hard-fought 14-run victory over Quetta Gladiators in a thrilling Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 clash at the Gaddafi Stadium on Friday.

Defending a competitive 182-run target, Karachi held their nerve to restrict Quetta to 167-7 despite a blazing start from the Gladiators’ top order.

Chasing the total, Quetta came out aggressively as opener Shamyl Hussain and captain Saud Shakeel stitched together a rapid 79-run stand in just seven overs.

Hussain led the charge with a scintillating 52 off 24 deliveries, laced with boundaries all around the park, before his dismissal triggered a shift in momentum.

The Kings struck back quickly through Salman Ali Agha and Adam Zampa, removing Hussain, Khawaja Nafay (3) and Shakeel in quick succession. Shakeel managed a steady 33 off 25 balls but struggled to maintain the required tempo.

A brief rebuilding effort from Rilee Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz added 29 runs, but the innings never truly regained control.

Hasan Ali then turned the contest decisively in Karachi’s favour with a match-defining penultimate over, dismissing Nawaz before removing Tom Curran and Ahmed Daniyal in quick succession.

Despite a late cameo from Ben McDermott (25*), Quetta fell short as Karachi Kings closed out a tense finish.

Hasan Ali finished as the standout performer with figures of 4-27, while Zampa, Moeen and Agha bagged one wicket each.

Earlier, Karachi Kings posted 181-7 after being put into bat, thanks to Moeen Ali’s quick cameo.

The Kings endured an early setback when Muhammad Waseem was dismissed for a three-ball duck in the opening over, leaving the side reeling at 3-1.

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Salman Ali Agha and captain David Warner then steadied the innings with a 41-run stand. Agha struck a quickfire 22 off just 10 deliveries before being trapped lbw by Ahmed Daniyal.

Warner then anchored the innings alongside Saad Baig, adding 43 runs for the third wicket. Baig’s 30 off 23 balls ended at the hands of Daniyal, while Warner followed soon after with a measured 35 from 22 deliveries, featuring four boundaries and a six, as Karachi slipped to 100-4 midway through the innings.

The middle order, however, struggled to build sustained momentum. Azam Khan fell for 14 after being bowled by Usman Tariq, leaving the Kings in need of a late surge.

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That impetus came through Moeen Ali, who took control in the latter stages of the innings. He forged a crucial 39-run partnership with Khushdil Shah (12) before accelerating in the death overs.

Moeen remained unbeaten on a fluent 48 off 29 deliveries, striking four fours and three sixes, ensuring Karachi finished strongly at 181-7.

For Quetta Gladiators, Ahmed Daniyal was the standout performer with the ball, claiming three wickets for 36 runs in his four overs. Alzarri Joseph provided solid support with two wickets, while Usman Tariq and Abrar Ahmed chipped in with one apiece.

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