LAH vs QUE Dream11 Prediction, Match 26, PSL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates
Lahore Qalandars set to face Quetta Gladiators in the 26th match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL) at the National Stadium in Karachi, on Friday, April 17.
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In the 26th match of the PSL 2026, Lahore Qalandars (LAH) will take on Quetta Gladiators (QUE). Lahore Qalandars had a disappointing outing in their previous match, going down to Peshawar Zalmi by 76 runs. Peshawar, batting first, posted 173 runs on the board, while Lahore were bundled out for just 97 runs in reply. Abdullah Shafique was the lone bright spot with a quick 21 off 15 deliveries. On the bowling front, skipper Shaheen Afridi impressed with figures of 3 for 22, while Mustafizur Rahman chipped in with two wickets.
Similarly, Quetta Gladiators also struggled in their last game, suffering an 8-wicket defeat against Peshawar Zalmi. Batting first, Quetta managed to score 154 runs, but Peshawar comfortably chased down the target in 18.3 overs. Hasan Nawaz was the top scorer for Quetta with 37 off 35 balls, while Saud Shakeel contributed a steady 26 off 18 deliveries.
Quetta’s bowling unit, however, failed to make an impact, with Alzarri Joseph and Saud Shakeel picking up one wicket each, while the rest of the bowlers remained ineffective.
Match Information
Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators, Match 26
Pakistan Super League, 17 Apr 2026, Fri, 7:30 PM IST ,National Stadium, Karachi
Broadcast
N/A
Live Stream
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Weather Report
Clear
28.6°C
Team Form (Last 5 matches)
Lahore Qalandars
PES
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LAH
PSL
LAH
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ISL
PSL
MUL
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LAH
PSL
LAH
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KAR
PSL
LAH
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HYK
PSL
Quetta Gladiators
PES
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QUE
PSL
QUE
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RP
PSL
MUL
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QUE
PSL
QUE
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ISL
PSL
HYK
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QUE
PSL
Players Stats in current Series
Fakhar Zaman
LAH - bat
401 Runs
8 Matches
Rilee Rossouw
QUE - bat
317 Runs
9 Matches
Hasan Nawaz
QUE - bat
291 Runs
10 Matches
Saud Shakeel
QUE - bat
280 Runs
10 Matches
Abdullah Shafique
LAH - bat
245 Runs
10 Matches
Shamyl Hussain
QUE - bat
215 Runs
9 Matches
Usama Mir
LAH - bowl
200.00
6 Matches
Saqib Khan
QUE - bowl
200.00
2 Matches
Daniel Sams
LAH - all
193.18
5 Matches
Dinesh Chandimal
QUE - wk
173.33
3 Matches
Muhammad Naeem
LAH - bowl
161.64
7 Matches
Mohammad Parvez Hossain
LAH - bat
161.36
3 Matches
Shaheen Afridi
LAH - bowl
16 Wkts
10 Matches
Haris Rauf
LAH - bowl
12 Wkts
9 Matches
Usman Tariq
QUE - bowl
9 Wkts
10 Matches
Abrar Ahmed
QUE - bowl
9 Wkts
10 Matches
Ubaid Shah
LAH - all
8 Wkts
8 Matches
Alzarri Joseph
QUE - bowl
8 Wkts
9 Matches
Mustafizur Rahman
LAH - bowl
7.18
5 Matches
Usama Mir
LAH - bowl
7.38
6 Matches
Usman Tariq
QUE - bowl
7.55
10 Matches
Shaheen Afridi
LAH - bowl
7.86
10 Matches
Ahmed Daniyal
QUE - bowl
8.03
4 Matches
Saud Shakeel
QUE - bat
8.25
10 Matches
Probable Playing XI
Lahore Qalandars
FK Zaman, M Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Sikandar Raza, Haseebullah Khan (wk), Asif Ali, S Afridi (C), Mustafizur Rahman, Usama Mir, U Shah, Dunith Wellalage
Bench : Tayyab Tahir, Mohammad Parvez Hossain, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Farooq, Haris Rauf, DR Sams, Shahab Khan, Maaz Khan, RA Herman, RP Burl, C Asalanka
Quetta Gladiators
Ahsan Ali, Saud Shakeel (C), RR Rossouw, H Nawaz, Shamyl Hussain, Khawaja Nafay (wk), TK Curran, J Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq, Alzarri Joseph
Bench : Bismillah Khan, SB Harper, BR McDermott, B Jacobs, Brett Hampton, K Zaib, Jahanzaib Sultan, Saqib Khan, Waseem Akram, Ahmed Daniyal, Kashif Bhatti, K Ahmed, D Chandimal
Injury and availability news
Pitch Report
55%
Pace Bowling
45%
Spin Bowling
60%
Batting Pitch
168
Average Score
40%
Bowling Pitch
Player Picks
Saud Shakeel QUE | BAT
Saud Shakeel is a highly skilled T20 batter and is currently in impressive form, having scored 250 runs in his last 10 matches. He remains a crucial player for Quetta this season.
Muhammad Naeem LAH | BOWL
Mohammad Naeem has delivered strong performances in the PSL, scoring 301 runs across his last 10 matches. He will be expected to continue this form and make a significant impact this season.
Fakhar Zaman LAH | BAT
Fakhar Zaman is a good T20 batter and has performed well recently. He has scored 256 runs in the last 8 games. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Lahore this season.
Hasan Nawaz QUE | BAT
Hasan Nawaz is a good, top-class batter and has also performed well in the PSL. He has scored 483 runs in the last 10 games, including 37 in the previous game against Peshawar. He will undoubtedly be a vital player for Quetta Gladiators this season.
Usman Tariq QUE | BOWL
Usman Tariq is an excellent spinner and is currently in good form. Moreover, he took 11 wickets in the last 9 games. He can perform well this season.
Shaheen Afridi LAH | BOWL
Shaheen Afridi is an excellent pacer and is currently in good form. Moreover, he took 20 wickets in the last 10 games. He is definitely a brilliant bowler and can perform well this season.
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Mohammad Parvez Hossain
LAH | BAT
Jahanzaib Sultan
QUE | BAT
Last Updated On - Apr 18 2026 9:37 AM
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