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Quetta Gladiators’ off-spinner Usman Tariq has finally been cleared of his suspect bowling action, ahead of the playoff stages of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10.

His action was reported during his side’s match against Lahore Qalandars on 13 April, which was officiated by on-field umpires Ahsan Raza and Chris Brown.

However, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), on Wednesday, confirmed that the off-spinner has been cleared.

“Quetta Gladiators spinner Usman Tariq, who was earlier reported for a suspect bowling action, has cleared his bowling assessment after undergoing testing at the PCB-accredited biomechanics lab in Lahore,” the PCB stated in a press release.

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“Usman was reported for a suspect bowling action on 13 April during an HBL PSL X match against Lahore Qalandars.

“Following this, the Quetta Gladiators management requested the PCB to allow the bowler to undergo testing, consequent to which he has cleared the bowling assessment.”

It’s worth noting that Usman Tariq was also reported for a suspected bowling action during last year’s PSL 9.

He played five games in PSL 9, taking only two wickets. Meanwhile, in PSL 10, he has claimed three wickets in two games so far.

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Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel (c), Abrar Ahmed, Hassan Nawaz, Haseebullah Khan (wk), Mark Chapman, Rilee Rossouw, Kyle Jamieson, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Faheem Ashraf, Khurram Shahzad, Finn Allen

Islamabad United: Kyle Mayers, Sahibzada Farhan, Colin Munro, Salman Ali Agha (c), Andries Gous (wk), Haider Ali, Jason Holder, Muhammad Nawaz, Muhammad Shahzad, Naseem Shah, Salman Irshad

Islamabad United have been dealt a major blow ahead of their Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 fixture against Quetta Gladiators, with skipper Shadab Khan ruled out of the match due to a groin injury.

The highly anticipated encounter is set to take place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday.

However, Islamabad United will take the field without their captain, who experienced discomfort while batting during Friday night’s game against Peshawar Zalmi.

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The franchise confirmed that Shadab underwent a precautionary scan following the match, with the medical team monitoring his condition closely.

While the scan results are still awaited, the management has decided to rest him for the Quetta clash as a preventive measure.

“Shadab Khan felt pain while batting, so we have opted for a cautious approach and had him scanned. He would not be part of the lineup for today’s game against Quetta,” said a United spokesperson.

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In the absence of Shadab Khan, all-rounder Salman Ali Agha, who is Pakistan’s T20I skipper, is expected to step in as stand-in captain for Islamabad United today.

Islamabad United currently sit at the top of the PSL 10 points table with five wins from seven matches. With the playoff race heating up, the defending champions will look to maintain their momentum despite the absence of their regular leader.

Islamabad United squad for Quetta Gladiators clash

Imad Wasim, Salman Ali Agha, Sahibzada Farhan, Naseem Shah, Hunain Shah, Haider Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Azam Khan, Rumman Raees, Salman Irshad, Saad Masood, Colin Munro, Kyle Mayers, Jason Holder, Andries Gous, Ben Dwarshuis, and Riley Meredith.

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LAHORE: The 21st match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 between Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators is called off due to persistent rain here at the Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday.

Lahore Qalandars scored 111 runs for the loss of three wickets before bad weather interrupted the match. Both teams have been awarded one point each.

Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators are second and third respectively, with nine points each.

Put in to bat, The Qalandars had a shaky start to their innings as opener Fakhar Zaman was bowled out for a duck by Khurram Shahzad on just the third ball.

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After an early wicket, Abdullah Shafique partnered with Mohammad Naeem to steady the innings with a brilliant century-plus stand.

The pair put on 102 runs for the second wicket before Naeem was dismissed by Abrar Ahmed. Emerging batter Naeem finally got going as he scored an impressive 50 off 30 balls, hitting three fours and four sixes.

Abrar struck again in his following over, removing Daryl Mitchell for just three runs, reducing the Qalandars to 111/3 in 11.3 overs before a dust storm brought a halt to the proceedings.

Abdullah Shafique remained unbeaten on 53 from 32 deliveries, including three fours and three sixes.

For Quetta Gladiators, Abrar Ahmed claimed two wickets, while Khurram Shahzad took one.

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

PLAYING XIs:

Lahore Qalandars: Fakhar Zaman, Muhammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Daryl Mitchell, Sam Billings (wk), Sikandar Raza, Asif Ali, Tom Curran, Shaheen Afridi (c), Haris Rauf, Asif Afridi

Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel (c), Abrar Ahmed, Hassan Nawaz, Kusal Mendis (wk), Mark Chapman, Rilee Rossouw, Muhammad Zeeshan, Muhammad Wasim Jnr, Faheem Ashraf, Khurram Shahzad, Finn Allen

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LAHORE: Quetta Gladiators fast bowler Mohammad Amir is not playing in the match against Lahore Qalandars, which is underway here at the Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday.

Mohammad Amir, who is in good form with the ball, is out of the match due to fever. Emerging fast bowler Mohammad Zeeshan has replaced him in the Quetta Gladiators team.

Mohammad Amir has taken seven wickets in six matches so far for Quetta Gladiators this season.

When this story was filed, Lahore Qalandar were 78/1 in 7.3 overs.

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

Catch all the PSL 10 updates here!

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

PLAYING XIs

Lahore Qalandars: Fakhar Zaman, Muhammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Daryl Mitchell, Sam Billings (wk), Sikandar Raza, Asif Ali, Tom Curran, Shaheen Afridi (c), Haris Rauf, Asif Afridi

Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel (c), Abrar Ahmed, Hassan Nawaz, Kusal Mendis (wk), Mark Chapman, Rilee Rossouw, Muhammad Zeeshan, Muhammad Wasim Jnr, Faheem Ashraf, Khurram Shahzad, Finn Allen

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The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

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Pakistan batter and Quetta Gladiators skipper Saud Shakeel has revealed the secret behind his consistency, an intense training regime that sees him face anywhere between 600 to 1000 balls daily.

Speaking in an exclusive chat with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Saud opened up about his approach to practice and preparation, regardless of the format.

“Everyone has their own practice routine, but I try to train in a way that is effective and brings improvement,” Saud shared.

“I love batting and spend a lot of time doing it. No matter the format, I practice intensely.

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“I face 600 to 1,000 balls every day, and I have found that this routine is extremely beneficial.”

Leading Quetta Gladiators in the ongoing PSL 10, Saud’s leadership has had a positive impact on the team. With four wins from six matches, Quetta currently sits in third place on the points table and looks in strong contention for the playoffs.

Saud Shakeel also mentioned that he’s been working on his bowling, adding another layer to his game and helping the team with balance.

“Alongside batting, I’m also focusing on my bowling. Being able to contribute to both departments adds value and gives the team more options,” he said.

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The 29-year-old also reflected on the value of the PSL, especially for domestic players making the leap to international cricket.

“PSL is very important for players. It not only boosts their financial strength but also gives them valuable experience,” he said.

“With international players and top-quality bowlers involved, the PSL prepares local talent for the national team.”

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LAHORE: Quetta Gladiators captain Saud Shakeel hailed bowlers for their dominant 10-wicket win over Multan Sultans in the 18th match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 here at Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday.

Quetta Gladiators successfully chased down the modest target of 90 runs without losing any wickets in just 6.5 overs, after their bowlers put up a dominant display, folding the opposition for a mere 89-run total.

Khurram Shahzad led the charge with a fiery spell, which dismantled the Sultan’s top order. The Player of the Match, Khurram, bagged four for 23 in his four overs before a resounding batting display saw Quetta Gladiators over the line in just 6.5 overs.

Finn Allen led the charge with two sixes and a four in the third over, setting the tone early in the chase. By the end of the powerplay, Gladiators had reached 74 runs without losing a wicket, showing sheer dominance with the bat.

Saud Shakeel and Finn Allen shared an unbeaten stand of 90 runs, laced with fours and sixes.

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Allen scored a blistering 45* off 21 deliveries, laced with five sixes and two fours, while Saud’s brisk 42* off 20 balls featured four sixes and three fours.

The victory marked Quetta Gladiators’ third consecutive win, moving them to second on the PSL 10 points table.

During the post-match presentation, Saud praised the bowlers for the victory, expressing his joy over the emphatic win.

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“It was a dream match for us, and I’m really glad we were able to chase down the total so quickly. There was definitely some support from the pitch, and full credit goes to our bowlers for setting up this victory, ” he said.

Saud Shakeel mentioned the break during the matches, stating that it had clearly helped them regain their momentum in the tournament.

“The rest break we had clearly helped — we came back refreshed and focused. As a team, we’re doing great, and today was a complete all-round performance across all three departments,” Saud said.

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LAHORE: In a dominant bowling and batting display, Quetta Gladiators thrashed Multan Sultans by 10 wickets in the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 here at Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday. 

Quetta Gladiators successfully chased down the modest target of 90 runs without losing any wickets in just 6.5 overs.

The Gladiators’ openers got off to a flying start in the chase, with Finn Allen leading the charge. He smashed 17 runs off Willey’s third over, setting the tone early.

By the end of the powerplay, Gladiators had reached 74 runs without losing a wicket.

Multan Sultans’ bowlers were kept at bay as Saud Shakeel and Finn Allen shared an unbeaten stand of 90 runs, showcasing pure dominance.

Allen scored a blistering 45* off 21 deliveries, laced with five sixes and two fours, while Saud’s brisk 42* off 20 balls featured four sixes and three fours.

Earlier, Khurram Shehzad’s four-wicket haul bundled out Multan Sultans for a meagre total.

Put in to bat first, Multan Sultans were folded for 89 in 17 overs, thanks to a dominant bowling display from Quetta Gladiators.

Multan Sultans’ top order failed to deliver in a crucial clash as Khurram Shahzad wreaked havoc with the new ball.

Yasir Khan was the first one to go in the second over, scoring five runs. Usman Khan followed, getting out after the fourth ball, going for a golden duck.

Kamran Ghulam was also dismissed for a mere three runs while Ireland’s Curtis Campher, making his PSL debut, was trapped LBW, leaving Multan at 20 for four in 3.5 overs.

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However, Mohammad Rizwan stood firm at the other end, managing a brief partnership with Iftikhar Ahmed, who also endured a short stay at the crease. The experienced Iftikhar was removed after scoring six.

Michael Bracewell fell to a golden duck off Faheem Ashraf’s bowling, as Sultans were reduced to 43 for six in 9.2 overs. The wickets continued to tumble as David Willey made seven while Usama Mir returned to the dugout after scoring 11 runs.

Mohammad Hasnain and Ubaid Shah failed to support their captain, Mohammad Rizwan, who remained unbeaten on 44 runs.

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For Quetta Gladiators, it was an all-round bowling effort with Khurram Shahzad leading the charge, taking four for 23 in his quota of four overs, while Mohammad Wasim and Faheem Ashraf bagged two wickets each.

PLAYING XIs

Multan Sultans: Yasir Khan, *Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan, Kamran Ghulam, Curtis Campher, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, David Willey, Usama Mir, Mohammad Hasnain, Ubaid Shah.

Quetta Gladiators: *Saud Shakeel, Finn Allen, Rilee Rossouw, Kusal Mendis, Mark Chapman, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim, Mohammad Amir, Khurram Shahzad, Abrar Ahmed.

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LAHORE: Quetta Gladiators have won the toss and opted to bowl first against Multan Sultans in the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 here at Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday. 

PLAYING XIs

Multan Sultans: Yasir Khan, *Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan, Kamran Ghulam, Curtis Campher, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, David Willey, Usama Mir, Mohammad Hasnain, Ubaid Shah.

Quetta Gladiators: *Saud Shakeel, Finn Allen, Rilee Rossouw, Kusal Mendis, Mark Chapman, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim, Mohammad Amir, Khurram Shahzad, Abrar Ahmed.

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HEAD TO HEAD

Quetta Gladiators and Multan Sultans have faced each other 14 times in the PSL. In these encounters, Multan has won 9 matches while Quetta has 4 wins.

RECORD: Matches 16, Multan Sultans 9, Quetta Gladiators 4

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The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 will run from Friday, 11 April, to Sunday, 18 May.

This thrilling six-team showdown will feature a total of 34 electrifying matches, captivating cricket fans across the nation.

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

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