Cricket fans are in for a high-voltage clash this Sunday as Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators (PSL 2025) Match 4 is all set to ignite Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. With Quetta riding high after a dominating win and Lahore searching for their first victory in the tournament, expect sparks to fly in this evening showdown on April 13, 2025.
Let’s walk you through the full match preview—pitch report, Dream11 tips, player analysis, and where to catch all the live action.
📋 Match Overview
Match: Lahore Qalandars (LHQ) vs Quetta Gladiators (QTG)
Match No.: 4
Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Start Time: 8:00 PM PST / 8:30 PM IST
Toss Time: 7:30 PM PST / 8:00 PM IST
🏟️ Pitch Report – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Rawalpindi is known for its flat tracks and lightning-fast outfield, which generally favors big hitters.
🧾 Key Pitch Insights:
First Innings Average: 180–190
Batting-Friendly: Ideal for powerplay aggression and clean strokeplay
Spinners: Get grip as the match progresses
Pacers: Some swing early on, especially under lights
Toss Strategy: Teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first as chasing has proven tough in recent games
🌤️ Weather Forecast
Conditions: Clear skies
Temperature: 27°C
Humidity: Low, around 40%
Rain Chances: Zero – full match expected!
📈 Team Form Snapshot
🟢 Lahore Qalandars
Lost their opening game to Islamabad United by 8 wickets
Need key players like Fakhar Zaman and Sam Billings to click
Captain Shaheen Afridi leads a formidable pace attack
🔵 Quetta Gladiators
Thrashed Peshawar Zalmi by 80 runs in their first match
Led by Saud Shakeel, they look well-balanced and confident
Rilee Rossouw, Abrar Ahmed, and Mohammad Amir in red-hot form
🔁 Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 18
Quetta Gladiators Wins: 10
Lahore Qalandars Wins: 8
Last Meeting (2024): Quetta Gladiators won by 5 wickets
🧠 Dream11 Tips – Winning Team Formula
Let’s help you build a winning fantasy team with the best picks based on current form and pitch conditions.
💡 Suggested Dream11 Team
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeepers | Kusal Mendis (QTG), Sam Billings (LHQ) |
| Batters | Fakhar Zaman (LHQ), Rilee Rossouw (QTG), Saud Shakeel (QTG) |
| All-Rounders | Sikandar Raza (LHQ), Shoaib Malik (QTG) |
| Bowlers | Shaheen Shah Afridi (VC), Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf |
Captain: Rilee Rossouw
Vice-Captain: Shaheen Shah Afridi
Backups: Sahibzada Farhan, Abdullah Shafique, Akeal Hosein
🌟 Top Player Picks
✅ Rilee Rossouw (QTG)
Explosive on flat decks like Rawalpindi
Starred in PSL 2024, known for strike rates above 150+
✅ Shaheen Afridi (LHQ)
Lethal with new ball and at the death
Great vice-captain option for his wicket-taking ability
✅ Fakhar Zaman (LHQ)
Needs to fire up the top, has the ability to anchor or accelerate
Scored 96 in Rawalpindi in 2023
✅ Saud Shakeel (QTG)
Calm, composed, and reliable
Top-scorer in QTG’s opener with 74
✅ Abrar Ahmed (QTG)
Spinning wizard, perfect for middle overs
Picked crucial wickets last match
✅ Sikandar Raza (LHQ)
Versatile all-rounder; contributes in all departments
Can be a fantasy game-changer
⚔️ Key Battles to Watch
Fakhar Zaman vs Mohammad Amir – Battle of Pakistan stars, early wicket can swing momentum
Shaheen Afridi vs Saud Shakeel – Pace vs poise in the powerplay
Rossouw vs Raza – South African power against Zimbabwean guile
🚫 Players to Avoid
Abdullah Shafique – Inconsistent performances and low strike rate
Usman Tariq – Lower down the bowling order, unlikely to bowl full quota
🎥 Live Streaming Details
📺 India:
TV: Sony Sports Network
Streaming: FanCode App & Website
📺 Pakistan:
TV: PTV Sports, Geo Super
Streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha, Snack Video, Begin, Myco
🌍 International:
UK: Sky Sports Cricket
USA: Willow TV
Middle East: Cricbuzz
South Africa: SuperSport
Bangladesh/Nepal: Tapmad TV
🧾 Match Prediction
Quetta Gladiators: On fire after a massive win. Their form, depth, and recent confidence make them the favorites.
Lahore Qalandars: Need a strong comeback. If Fakhar or Shaheen step up big, they could steal it.
Likely Result: Quetta Gladiators to win with a 60% edge
X-Factor: If Lahore bats first and crosses 190+, they’re right in it.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Dream11 and fantasy cricket involve skill and calculated risk. Always confirm the playing XI, pitch updates, and any late injury news before finalizing your team.
