Both teams announce strong and balanced squads.
- Web Desk
Karachi: A high-voltage clash is set to take place as Quetta Gladiators face Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 at the National Stadium today. Both teams have named strong, star-studded squads, setting the stage for an intense contest. The match will begin at 7:00 PM local time.
Squad:
Quetta Gladiators:
Quetta Gladiators will be led by Saud Shakeel, who is expected to play a key role in anchoring the batting lineup. The squad features a balanced mix of experienced international players and emerging domestic talent.
Ahsan Ali, Saud Shakeel (c), Rilee Rossouw, Hasan Nawaz, Shamyl Hussain, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Tom Curran, Jahandad Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq, Khalil Ahmed, Saqib Khan, Khan Zaib, Wasim Akram, Bevon Jacobs, Ahmed Daniyal, Jahanzaib Sultan, Bismillah Khan, Sam Harper, Kashif Bhatti, Brett Hampton, Ben McDermott.
Lahore Qalandars:
Lahore Qalandars, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi, also bring a strong and well-balanced squad with a blend of experienced internationals and promising young talent.
Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Naeem, Haseebullah Khan (wk), Abdullah Shafique, Sikandar Raza, Asif Ali, Usama Mir, Shaheen Afridi (c), Dunith Wellalage, Ubaid Shah, Haris Rauf, Ryan Burl, Daniel Sams, Rubin Hermann, Parvez Hossain Emon, Maaz Khan, Tayyab Tahir, Mohammad Farooq.
The iconic National Stadium, Karachi, is expected to host a thrilling encounter as both sides boast powerful line-ups and proven match-winners.
With strong squads on both sides, tonight’s clash promises a high-intensity battle in PSL 2026.