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.

By Bhupender Sharma

Updated - 17 Apr 2026, 09:02 IST

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Preview

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 Shahid 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

N/A

Weather Report

National Stadium, Karachi

Haze

35.8°C

34% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Lahore Qalandars

L
L
W
L
W

Quetta Gladiators

L
W
L
L
W

Players Stats in current Series

1

Hasan Nawaz

QUE - bat

234 Runs

6 Matches

2

Saud Shakeel

QUE - bat

193 Runs

6 Matches

3

141 Runs

5 Matches

4

Rilee Rossouw

QUE - bat

105 Runs

5 Matches

5

Muhammad Naeem

LAH - bowl

104 Runs

5 Matches

101 Runs

5 Matches

1

Jahandad Khan

QUE - bat

207.69

2 Matches

2

Muhammad Naeem

LAH - bowl

167.74

5 Matches

3

Mohammad Parvez Hossain

LAH - bat

161.36

3 Matches

4

Ahmed Daniyal

QUE - bowl

160.00

4 Matches

5

150.00

5 Matches

144.29

5 Matches

1

Shaheen Afridi

LAH - bowl

10 Wkts

5 Matches

2

Abrar Ahmed

QUE - bowl

7 Wkts

6 Matches

6 Wkts

5 Matches

4

Saud Shakeel

QUE - bat

5 Wkts

6 Matches

5

Ahmed Daniyal

QUE - bowl

5 Wkts

4 Matches

6

Alzarri Joseph

QUE - bowl

5 Wkts

5 Matches

1

Shaheen Afridi

LAH - bowl

6.78

5 Matches

2

Usman Tariq

QUE - bowl

6.79

6 Matches

3

Jahandad Khan

QUE - bat

7.00

2 Matches

7.18

5 Matches

5

Usama Mir

LAH - bowl

7.38

2 Matches

6

Ubaid Shah

LAH - all

7.67

5 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, BR McDermott, B Jacobs, Brett Hampton, SB Harper, K Zaib, Jahanzaib Sultan, Saqib Khan, Waseem Akram, Ahmed Daniyal, Kashif Bhatti, K Ahmed

Injury and availability news

(Will be added when there is an update)

Pitch Report

The pitch at the National Stadium in Karachi is widely regarded as a batting-friendly surface. The pitch generally supports aggressive stroke play, enabling batters to score at a brisk pace. However, as the game advances, it gradually offers more assistance to spinners. Furthermore, the presence of heavy dew in evening matches often gives an advantage to teams batting second. The surface usually delivers high-scoring games, with an average first-innings score of about 168 runs.

55%

Pace Bowling

45%

Spin Bowling

60%

Batting Pitch

168

Average Score

40%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8.5
C

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.

7.5
VC

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.

9

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 Multan Sultans this season.

6

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.

5.5

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.

9

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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8.5

Mohammad Parvez Hossain

LAH | BAT

8

Jahanzaib Sultan

QUE | BAT

Teams will be updated after Toss

Last Updated On - Apr 17 2026 9:02 AM

Players
11/11

Team 1

LAH

6 : 5

QUE

Credits Left
15/100

Mega League
Haseebullah Khan

7.5

Abdullah Shafique

8

Muhammad Naeem

7.5

Fakhar Zaman

9

Hasan Nawaz
VC

6

Rilee Rossouw

8

Saud Shakeel
C

8.5

Sikandar Raza

9

Tom Curran

7

Shaheen Afridi

9

Usman Tariq

5.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

LAH

5 : 6

QUE

Credits Left
12/100

Grand League
Haseebullah Khan

7.5

Muhammad Naeem

7.5

Fakhar Zaman
C

9

Shamyl Hussain

8

Hasan Nawaz

6

Rilee Rossouw
VC

8

Saud Shakeel

8.5

Sikandar Raza

9

Tom Curran

7

Shaheen Afridi

9

Abrar Ahmed

8.5

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