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Welcome to the Live Blog of the Pakistan Super League Season 10 Final, where Quetta Gladiators take on Lahore Qalandars in what promises to be a thrilling contest at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
After weeks of fierce competition, stunning individual brilliance, and dramatic finishes, it all comes down to this one match – the grand finale of PSL X.
Tonight’s clash is more than just a trophy decider – it’s a battle of nerves, experience, and redemption. Lahore Qalandars are eyeing a historic third consecutive title, while Quetta Gladiators look to reclaim glory after years of underwhelming campaigns.
With both sides loaded with firepower — from Shaheen Afridi and Fakhar Zaman to Rilee Rossouw and Abrar Ahmed — fans can expect high-octane action from start to finish.
Captains take ahead of PSL X Final
Speaking ahead of the final, Shakeel said he was honoured to lead the Gladiators in a match of this magnitude.
“Lahore Qalandars are an exciting opposition for a high-stakes game, and I’m sure the fans will witness a highly competitive final,” he said.
Meanwhile, Shaheen Afridi said his side would look to capitalise on home advantage.
“We’ll take confidence from our earlier win against Quetta and aim to complete the treble at our home ground,” he stated.
Stay with us as we bring you live updates and key moments throughout the evening. From the toss to the final ball.
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Fakhar Drops Sitter As Haris Injures Finger In Drama
A dramatic moment unfolded in the PSL X final as Fakhar Zaman dropped a sitter at extra cover, giving a lifeline to the batter attempting a wild heave to midwicket.
The delivery was hammered in and angled towards middle. The batter looked to muscle it across but ended up slicing a leading edge. Fakhar, stationed at extra cover, had the chance, but spilled the simple catch.
Adding to the chaos, Haris — who flung out his hands in reaction — appeared to hurt his finger as the ball brushed past. He walked off the field holding his hand in visible discomfort.
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Fernando Falls After Quickfire
Avishka Fernando’s promising knock came to an end after a mistimed big shot.
Facing Rishad Hossain, Fernando attempted one aggressive stroke too many and miscued a skier.
The ball soared high but failed to get distance, landing safely in the hands of Shaheen Shah Afridi.
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Asif Ali Off Field After Collision
Asif Ali was forced off the field following a painful collision with Mohammad Naeem at deep square leg.
The incident occurred during a desperate fielding attempt when both players dived for a flicked shot, resulting in a head bump.
Asif appeared visibly uncomfortable after the impact and was immediately assessed by medical staff.
While Naeem stayed on the field, Asif was taken off for further evaluation.
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Naeem, Asif In Painful Collision
A scary moment unfolded at deep square leg during the PSL X final as Mohammad Naeem and Asif Ali collided while chasing a ball near the boundary rope.
Both Lahore Qalandars fielders tracked the ball from different angles and dived at the same moment, resulting in a nasty head bump.
Fortunately, despite the painful impact, early signs suggest no serious injuries. Medical staff attended to them quickly, and both managed to get back on their feet.
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50 for Hasan Nawaz
Quetta’s Hasan Nawaz continued his impressive strokeplay in the PSL X final, smashing a delightful four off Rishad Hossain to lift the Gladiators’ hopes.
It was a half-volley outside off with little turn, and Hasan didn’t miss out. He waited patiently, held his shape, and drove it powerfully through the covers, bringing up his 50 in 21 balls.
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Finn Allen’s Fury Erupts After Dismissal
Lahore’s Finn Allen couldn’t contain his frustration after dismissal during the PSL X final, letting his emotions spill in the dressing room.
Allen was given out after a top-edged hook was caught brilliantly by Haris Rauf at short third.
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Sikandar Raza Strikes Early, Removes Dangerous Rossouw
Returning from national duty, Sikandar Raza made an instant impact for Lahore Qalandars in the PSL X final by dismissing Rilee Rossouw in his very first over.
Bowling around the wicket, Raza tossed up a delivery fuller and wide outside off. Rossouw, who had started strongly, attempted a rash swat and hit it straight to Shaheen Afridi at short cover. The Lahore skipper pulled off a spectacular diving catch to complete a crucial breakthrough.
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Salman Mirza Strikes as Allen Falls to Stunning Catch
Lahore Qalandars tightened their grip on the PSL X final as Salman Mirza removed the dangerous Finn Allen with a sharp short ball.
Allen attempted a wild hook but lost balance and control, top-edging the delivery. Haris Rauf, stationed at short third, sprinted in and took a sensational tumbling catch, holding on even after landing awkwardly on his head.
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Saud Shakeel Falls Early
Shaheen Shah Afridi struck early in the PSL X final, removing Quetta Gladiators’ captain Saud Shakeel with a loose delivery down the leg-side.
Trying to glance it fine, Saud got a faint edge, and wicketkeeper Kusal Perera didn’t miss the opportunity – moving swiftly to his left and collecting cleanly behind the stumps.
It wasn’t the best ball from Shaheen, but it did the job. The breakthrough boosted Lahore Qalandars, who were already fired up after a fiery opening over.
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Shaheen’s Swing Start Nearly Rattles Saud Shakeel’s Stumps
Lahore Qalandars’ captain Shaheen Shah Afridi opened the PSL X final with fire, almost dismissing Quetta skipper Saud Shakeel on the very first delivery.
Operating over the wicket with one slip, Shaheen bowled a full delivery that sharply swung into the stumps. The ball zipped past the inside edge and narrowly missed the leg-stump, drawing gasps from the crowd.
It was a peach of a delivery—classic inswing at pace—and only a brilliant take by the wicketkeeper kept the ball from racing to the boundary.
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Unity on Display Before PSL X Final Showdown
A powerful scene unfolded before the highly anticipated PSL X final as players from Quetta Gladiators and Lahore Qalandars stood shoulder to shoulder for Pakistan’s national anthem.
The stadium roared with pride as fans rose to their feet, flags waving and hearts swelling with emotion. The atmosphere was electric, yet united in silence as the anthem echoed across the ground.
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Playing XI:
Lahore Qalandars:
Fakhar Zaman, Muhammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Kusal Perera (wk), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Asif Ali, Sikandar Raza, Shaheen Afridi (c), Rishad Hossain, Salman Mirza, Haris Rauf
Quetta Gladiators:
Saud Shakeel (c), Abrar Ahmed, Hassan Nawaz, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Avishka Fernando, Rilee Rossouw, Mohammad Amir, Khurram Shahzad, Faheem Ashraf, Usman Tariq, Finn Allen
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Toss Update
Quetta Gladiators captain Saud Shakeel won the toss and chose to bat first in the high-stakes PSL X final against Lahore Qalandars.
Saud said the team benefitted from the recent rest and aims to set a strong total against a quality bowling attack.
“It’s just a match, no added pressure,” he told his players, urging calm heads.
Mohammad Wasim misses out due to fitness issues, with Khurram Shahzad returning to the playing XI.
Lahore skipper Shaheen Afridi confirmed Sikandar Raza is back in the team.
He praised his side’s focus and experience, saying the players understand the expectations in a big game. Afridi also acknowledged the home crowd’s continued support.
The PSL final is underway with Quetta setting the tone by taking the first strike on what promises to be a thrilling night of cricket.
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Sikandar Raza rejoin Qalandars
Sikandar Raza, fresh from national duty in England, has landed in Pakistan to join Lahore Qalandars ahead of the PSL X final.
The all-rounder played for Zimbabwe just yesterday but wasted no time in reuniting with his PSL franchise.
Raza’s arrival adds depth to the Qalandars’ lineup as they prepare for the high-stakes final.
Known for his clutch performances and experience, he could be a game-changer both with the bat and ball.
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Best Batting Performance:
For Qalandars, Fakhar Zaman (428 runs), Abdullah Shafique (349), and Mohammad Naeem (270) have provided strong batting performances throughout the season.
For Gladiators, the 23-year-old emerging player Hasan Nawaz and veteran Rilee Rossouw have led the batting with strike rates over 150.
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Best Bowling Performance:
Quetta Gladiators:
Quetta’s bowling strength lies in the spin and pace duo of Abrar Ahmed and Faheem Ashraf (16 wickets each), supported by Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Amir, and Mohammad Wasim Jr.
Lahore Qalandars:
Their pace attack — featuring Shaheen (16 wickets), Haris Rauf (15), and Rishad Hossain (12) — has been instrumental in turning games around.
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Head-to-Head Record
In head-to-head encounters this season, Lahore has had the edge. They secured a commanding 79-run win in the first meeting, while the second match was washed out after quickfire half-centuries by Naeem and Abdullah. Historically, Qalandars lead the rivalry with 10 wins to Gladiators’ nine across 20 matches.
Meanwhile, in Lahore’s Ghaddafi Stadium, Quetta only managed to win a single game in six encounters, one match was washed out, while Qalandars bagged the remaining four games.
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Path to the Final
In the first qualifier held on May 21, Quetta Gladiators set a formidable target of 210 runs, scoring 209/6. Islamabad United, in response, managed only 179, resulting in a 30-run victory for Quetta.
The following day, Lahore Qalandars faced Karachi Kings in the Eliminator-1. Chasing a target of 191, Lahore successfully reached 191/4 in 18.4 overs, winning by 6 wickets with 8 balls to spare.
Lahore Qalandars continued their dominant form in Eliminator-2 against Islamabad United, posting 202/8. Their bowlers then bundled out Islamabad for just 107, securing a massive 95-run win.
Now, the stage is set for the final showdown on Sunday [Today], May 25, between Quetta Gladiators and Lahore Qalandars in Lahore, with the match scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM local time.
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Finals Played by QG and LQ in PSL
Quetta Gladiators:
Quetta has reached the PSL final twice. They secured their first title in 2019 by defeating Peshawar Zalmi by 8 wickets. In the 2016 final, they were runners-up, losing to Islamabad United.
Lahore Qalandars:
Lahore has also reached the final twice. They bagged back to back PSL title in 2022 and 2023.
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Top 5 run scorers in PSL X:
Sahibzada Farhan of Islamabad United leads the run charts in the 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) season, scoring 449 runs in 12 innings at an average of 37.41 and a strike rate of 152.20. He registered one century and three fifties, with a highest score of 106, hitting 52 fours and 21 sixes.
Following closely is Lahore Qalandars’ Fakhar Zaman, who accumulated 428 runs in 12 innings with a 35.66 average and an impressive 154.51 strike rate. He notched one hundred and four half-centuries, smashing 44 fours and 24 sixes.
James Vince of Karachi Kings sits third with 378 runs in 11 innings, averaging 37.80 at a strike rate of 148.23. His top score of 101 was among one century and three fifties, with 43 boundaries and nine sixes.
His teammate, David Warner, scored 368 runs in as many innings, averaging 33.45 and striking at 153.97, with three fifties and a highest of 86. He struck 46 fours and 11 sixes.
Multan Sultans’ Mohammad Rizwan rounds off the top five with 367 runs from 10 innings at a superb average of 52.42 and a strike rate of 139.54. He remained unbeaten once during a highest score of 105*, contributing one century and one fifty, along with 33 fours and 12 sixes.
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Top 5 wicket takers in PSL X:
Hasan Ali of Karachi Kings emerged as one of the leading wicket-takers in the 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) season [before the final game], claiming 17 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 20.47 and a strike rate of 13.58. His best bowling figures were 4 for 28, although his economy rate was on the higher side at 9.03.
Matching him in wickets was teammate Abbas Afridi, who also took 17 scalps in 11 matches. Afridi had a slightly higher average of 23.52 and economy of 10.25, with best figures of 4 for 27.
Shaheen Shah Afridi from Lahore Qalandars finished with 16 wickets in 12 matches, boasting the best average among the top bowlers at 18.00 and an economy of 7.96. His standout performance was 3 for 3, and he maintained an excellent strike rate of 13.56.
Quetta Gladiators’ Abrar Ahmed also picked up 16 wickets in 11 games, with an average of 18.75 and a tidy economy rate of 7.40. His best figures were 4 for 42. Joining him was Faheem Ashraf, who matched the 16-wicket mark in 11 matches.
Faheem had the same average of 18.75, though his economy was higher at 10.97. He delivered the only five-wicket haul among the top five bowlers with best figures of 5 for 33.
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Most Catches in PSL X:
In the 2025 season, RR Rossouw of Quetta Gladiators emerged as the leading fielder in terms of catches, taking 11 catches in 10 matches at an average of 1.1 catches per innings, with a maximum of 4 in a single game.
Abdul Samad from Peshawar Zalmi followed closely with 9 catches in just 5 innings, boasting an impressive average of 1.8 catches per innings.
JM Vince of Karachi Kings also secured 9 catches but took 11 matches to do so, with a lower average of 0.818.
His teammate, Aamer Jamal, took 7 catches in 7 innings, maintaining a consistent average of 1 catch per innings.
Sikandar Raza of Lahore Qalandars rounded off the top five with 7 catches in 9 innings, averaging 0.777 per innings.
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Where to Watch
Here’s how you can watch the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 live in Pakistan:
Live streaming will be available on: Walee Technologies, Tapmad, Tamasha, Daraz, Myco and Begin.
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Welcome Note
Welcome to the Live Blog of the HBL Pakistan Super League Season 10 Final, where Quetta Gladiators take on Lahore Qalandars in what promises to be a thrilling contest at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
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