Lahore Qalanders vs Quetta Gladiators match 4 highlights-(LQ vs QG) – Lahore Qalandars Thrash Quetta Gladiators by 79 Runs in PSL 2025

Lahore Qalanders vs Quetta Gladiators match 4-(LQ vs QG) – Lahore Qalandars Thrash Quetta Gladiators by 79 Runs in PSL 2025

The Pakistan Super League 2025 witnessed a commanding performance from Lahore Qalandars as they overpowered Quetta Gladiators by 79 runs in the fourth match of the tournament. Played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on April 13, the encounter was nothing short of a cricketing masterclass, with Lahore dominating in every department of the game. After being asked to bat first, Lahore got off to a shaky start. Muhammad Naeem was dismissed early, leaving some early jitters. But what followed was a textbook rebuilding phase led by Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique. 

                                       The experienced Fakhar looked in sublime touch, crafting a crucial 67 runs from just 42 balls, peppered with powerful boundaries and intelligent strokeplay. Abdullah Shafique supported him effectively with a composed 37, helping the side recover and build a solid foundation. Once the platform was laid, Lahore’s middle order began to accelerate. Daryl Mitchell contributed a swift 37, rotating the strike efficiently and punishing the bad balls. Sikandar Raza chipped in with a useful 29, playing the anchor role through the middle overs. But the highlight of the innings came in the death overs.

                    Sam Billings, known for his finishing prowess, unleashed a barrage of big hits. His unbeaten 50 off just 19 balls electrified the stadium and left Quetta’s bowlers shell-shocked. The Englishman cleared the boundary with ease and lifted Lahore’s total to a daunting 219 for 6 in their 20 overs. Quetta’s bowling unit, despite brief spells of control from Abrar Ahmed and Akeal Hosein—both of whom picked up two wickets—looked largely ineffective. Their inability to contain the flow of runs or deliver consistent yorkers in the death overs proved costly. Misfields and dropped chances added to their woes as Lahore capitalized on every mistake. 

                    Chasing 220 was always going to be an uphill task for Quetta, and their innings unraveled quickly. Lahore captain Shaheen Shah Afridi struck in the very first over, removing opposition skipper Saud Shakeel for a duck. The early wicket set the tone for what was a relentless bowling assault from the Qalandars. The top order crumbled under pressure. Iftikhar Ahmed and Sarfaraz Ahmed couldn’t handle the fiery pace and movement, and Quetta soon found themselves reeling at 42 for 4. Rilee Rossouw tried to stage a fightback, counter-attacking with a blistering 44 off 19 balls. His aggressive knock included multiple boundaries and sixes, injecting some brief excitement into the chase. However, Rossouw’s effort lacked support. Kusal Mendis added 28 runs, and Faheem Ashraf managed a late 21, but none could hold the innings together.

                               Lahore’s bowlers maintained tight lines and struck regularly, never allowing Quetta to settle or form partnerships. Rashid Hussain was the standout performer with the ball. He picked up three crucial wickets and broke the spine of Quetta’s middle order. Sikandar Raza followed up his batting display with two wickets, proving his value as a genuine all-rounder. Shaheen Afridi, as always, was deadly with the new ball—claiming two wickets for just six runs in his two overs. Quetta were eventually bowled out for 140 in just 16.2 overs, falling well short of the target. It was a complete performance by Lahore—power-packed batting, sharp fielding, and ruthless bowling. 

                       Speaking after the match, Shaheen Shah Afridi praised his team’s performance, highlighting Rashid Hussain’s control in the middle overs and Sam Billings’ explosive knock at the back end. "This was a complete team performance," said Afridi. "We stuck to our plans and executed them well. Credit goes to every player who contributed." On the other side, Quetta captain Saud Shakeel admitted that the team failed to perform under pressure. "We didn’t execute our bowling plans effectively, and our batting lacked application. Lahore played an outstanding game. We need to regroup and come back stronger," he said. With this convincing win, Lahore Qalandars have jumped up the PSL 10 points table and significantly improved their net run rate. The confidence from such a dominant performance will serve them well as they prepare to face Islamabad United in their next fixture. 

                            Quetta Gladiators, meanwhile, have a lot to ponder. Their top-order failures and inconsistent bowling have left them vulnerable, and unless changes are made quickly, the road ahead could get even tougher. This match reinforced some key takeaways for both sides. For Lahore, the form of Fakhar Zaman and Sam Billings provides a solid backbone to the batting order. Their pace-bowling attack, spearheaded by Shaheen and Rashid, remains one of the most dangerous in the tournament. 

                             For Quetta, the lack of depth in their batting lineup and the inability to contain big hitters at the death continues to be a major concern. The PSL 2025 is just heating up, and if this match was anything to go by, fans are in for a thrilling season. Lahore Qalandars have made a loud statement, while Quetta Gladiators will be desperate to bounce back.