LHQ vs QTG Highlights | Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators, PSL 2025: LQ Crush QG by 79 Runs | PSL 2025 | 4th Match

Lahore Qalandars Thrash Quetta Gladiators by 79 Runs in a One-Sided PSL 2025 Clash

In one of the most commanding performances of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season so far, Lahore Qalandars delivered a batting and bowling masterclass to register a massive 79-run victory over Quetta Gladiators in the 4th match of the tournament. Played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, this game will be remembered for Lahore’s fearless batting display and a ruthless bowling performance that simply decimated Quetta.

Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators – Quick Match Summary

Lahore Qalandars: 219/6 (20 overs)
Fakhar Zaman 67 (39), Sam Billings 50* (19)
Akeal Hosein 2/40, Abrar Ahmed 2/32

Quetta Gladiators: 140 all out (16.2 overs)
Rilee Rossouw 44 (19), Kusal Mendis 28 (14)
Shaheen Afridi 2/6, Rishad Hossain 3/13

Result: Lahore Qalandars won by 79 runs
Player of the Match: Sam Billings (Lahore Qalandars)

Lahore Qalandars Set a Power-Packed Total with the Bat

When Lahore Qalandars walked in to bat after losing the toss, their intent was clear from ball one. Fakhar Zaman, one of the most dangerous openers in PSL history, led the charge in explosive fashion. His blistering 67 off just 39 deliveries, laced with 7 fours and 3 sixes, provided the perfect foundation for Lahore's batting innings.

Mohammad Naeem and Abdullah Shafique also made useful contributions, but it was Sam Billings' late onslaught that truly pushed Lahore Qalandars past the 200-run mark. Billings smashed an unbeaten 50 off just 19 balls at a strike rate of 263, ensuring that the Quetta Gladiators bowlers had no breathing space towards the end.

Despite wickets falling at intervals, Lahore never looked like slowing down. Their final total of 219/6 was a daunting one, especially on a surface that offered enough for the bowlers once they hit the right areas.

Quetta Gladiators Collapse Under Pressure

In response, Quetta Gladiators had the worst possible start. Within the first 2 overs, they lost Saud Shakeel, Hasan Nawaz, and the dangerous Finn Allen all for single-digit scores. The disciplined new-ball spell by Shaheen Afridi, who picked up 2 wickets for just 6 runs in his 2 overs, broke the Gladiators' back early.

Although Rilee Rossouw tried to resurrect the innings with a counter-attacking 44 off 19 balls, his dismissal to Rishad Hossain ended any slim hopes Quetta might have had. From there on, it was a procession of wickets.

Quetta Gladiators eventually folded for just 140 runs in 16.2 overs, suffering a comprehensive 79-run defeat. The spin duo of Rishad Hossain (3/13) and Sikandar Raza (2/24) ensured that the middle and lower order had no escape route.

Lahore Qalandars’ All-Round Brilliance Stands Out

Lahore's victory was not just about their big-hitting batters. The bowlers showcased precision, discipline, and aggression that simply overwhelmed the Quetta line-up.

Captain Shaheen Afridi led from the front, while Rishad Hossain’s 3-wicket burst in the middle overs was a game-changer. Asif Afridi chipped in with 2 crucial wickets, while Haris Rauf kept the pressure on with his raw pace.

This win sends a strong message to the rest of the teams in PSL 2025 Lahore Qalandars are back to their dominating best.

Key Performances That Defined the Match

Fakhar Zaman’s Explosive Start

Lahore's trusted opener once again delivered in style, dismantling the Quetta bowling with clean hitting.

Sam Billings’ Impact Knock

Batting at a strike rate of over 260, Billings' late surge ensured Lahore went past the psychological barrier of 200.

Shaheen Afridi’s Early Breakthroughs

Afridi’s deadly opening spell left Quetta stunned and immediately put them on the back foot.

Rishad Hossain’s Spin Magic

The spinner’s ability to pick wickets in the middle overs proved decisive, strangling any momentum Quetta hoped to build.

What’s Next for Both Teams?

For Lahore Qalandars, this victory is the perfect morale booster early in the tournament. With their batting clicking and the bowlers showing excellent control, they will look to build momentum in the coming games.

For Quetta Gladiators, it's back to the drawing board. Their batting collapse exposed their over-reliance on a few key players, and their bowling attack lacked bite at crucial moments. Addressing these issues quickly will be vital if they want to stay competitive in PSL 2025.