Islamabad United (IU) surged to the top of the HBL Pakistan Super League (2025) overall standings with two comfortable wins, while Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) face early pressure after getting off to a horrendous start in the tournament which has left them without a single win at the bottom of the points table. 
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The 10th season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) commenced with the Islamabad-based team setting the tone in the opening fixture, easily overcoming reigning champions Lahore Qalandars (LQ). 
The bowling unit of Islamabad, led by experienced leggie Shadab Khan, ensured the Qalandars' batting unit went through a torrid time and helped their team secure the two points. 
The second match of the tournament witnessed the Quetta Gladiators (QG) dominate the Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) in what proved to be a one-sided affair. Batting first, the Gladiators posted a monstrous score of 216 runs on the board thanks to the 106 run innings by Sahibzada Farhan. 
In reply, Peshawar only managed to score just 136 runs before getting bundled out in the sixteenth over. This defeat marked a difficult beginning to the campaign of the 2017 winners. 
David Warner's Karachi Kings played their first match of the competition in the third contest, where they squared off versus the Multan Sultans (MS) and secured a narrow win. 
Supported by strong performances from their top order, the Karachi-based team were able to chase down the Sultans' massive 234-run total. David Warner's team made a big splash with the victory, introducing the new-look Kings to the HBL PSL 10 stage. 
The Quetta Gladiators (QG) were soundly defeated by Lahore Qalandars (LQ)in the fourth game. The team led by Shaheen Afridi performed well in every area, with Fakhar Zaman providing a steady hand at the top of the order.
With one victory and one defeat, the outcome placed both sides on level terms. 
Shadab Khan-led Islamabad United (IU) returned to action in the fifth game of the tournament, moving past the Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) with ease and registered their second victory of the season. 
Yet again, the top order of United performed in a fluent manner and their bowlers bowled tight lines to provide a major boost to the team's Net Run Rate (NRR) to +3.248.
Talented batter Sahibzada Farhan, a key addition to the squad of Peshawar this season, made an immediate impact with the bat as he slammed his fourth t20 century and helped his side get off to a brilliant start. 
The Islamabad-based side have taken early control of the tournament as the PSL enters its second week, and Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) will be itching to change the tide. The standings are still open because the Lahore Qalandars (LQ) , Karachi Kings (KRK), and Multan Sultans (MS) have all displayed glimpses of form.
<h2>Updated HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 Points Table</h2>
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<tr>
<td>Teams</td>
<td>Matches</td>
<td>Wins</td>
<td>Losses</td>
<td>Points</td>
<td>NRR</td>
</tr>
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<td>Islamabad United</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>4</td>
<td>+3.248</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lahore Qalandars</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>+1.437</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karachi Kings</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>+0.507</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quetta Gladiators</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>+0.025</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Multan Sultans</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>-0.507</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peshawar Zalmi</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>-4.550</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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Islamabad United (IU) lead the HBL PSL 2025 standings with two dominant wins, boosting their Net Run Rate to +3.248, while Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) languish at the bottom after heavy losses to Quetta Gladiators (QG) and IU, despite Sahibzada Farhan’s century. QG beat PZ but lost to Lahore Qalandars (LQ), who rebounded with a solid performance. Karachi Kings (KK) edged Multan Sultans (MS) in a high-scoring chase, keeping the race tight as LQ, KK, and MS show promise, and PZ aim to recover.

In the opening week of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025, Islamabad United (IU) emerged as early frontrunners, securing two convincing victories to lead the standings with a strong Net Run Rate of +3.248. Led by Shadab Khan, IU dominated reigning champions Lahore Qalandars (LQ) in the opener and later outclassed Peshawar Zalmi (PZ), with their top-order batters and disciplined bowlers firing on all cylinders. Meanwhile, Peshawar Zalmi struggled, slumping to the bottom of the table after heavy defeats against Quetta Gladiators (QG) and IU, despite a standout century from Sahibzada Farhan. Quetta Gladiators had a mixed start, crushing PZ with Farhan’s 106-run knock but falling to Lahore Qalandars, who bounced back with a well-rounded performance led by Shaheen Afridi and Fakhar Zaman. Karachi Kings (KK), under David Warner, made a statement by chasing down Multan Sultans’ (MS) imposing 234-run total for a narrow win, while Multan Sultans showed promise despite the loss. As the tournament progresses into its second week, IU hold the edge, but LQ, KK, and MS remain in contention, while PZ desperately seek a turnaround.

PSL 2025: Updated Points Table ahead of Karachi Kings vs Lahore Qalandars

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Islamabad United's explosive batter Sahibzada Farhan joined an elite group of Twenty Twenty batters after slamming four hundreds in a calendar-year following his century versus the Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 on Monday at the iconic Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. 
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His 49-delivery hundred marked his maiden ton in the PSL and placed him alongside the legendary Chris Gayle (2011) of RCB, Virat Kohli (2016) of RCB, Jos Buttler (2022) of Rajasthan Royals (RR) &amp; Shubman Gill (2023) of the Gujarat Titans (GT) as the only players to slam four hundreds in the shortest format of the game in a year. 
He became the first ever Pakistani player to achieve this feat and he did so in just nine innings. His knock of 102 runs helped Islamabad secure a convincing victory over Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) by a margin of 102 runs and this win allowed them to climb to the top of the table.

<h2>List of Players to have scored Four T20 centuries in a Calendar Year:</h2>
Chris Gayle of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in 2011
Virat Kohli of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in 2016 
Jos Buttler of the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in 2022
Shubman Gill of the Gujarat Titans (GT) in 2023
Sahibzada Farhan of Islamabad United (IU) in 2025*
Islamabad United (IU) trounced Peshawar Zalmi (PZ) in the game, putting up a commanding score of 243/5 on the board.  
After being asked to bat first, United suffered an early setback when Andries Gous was run out by Tom Kohler-Cadmore for a duck, bringing the score down to 9/1 after just 1.2 overs.  
But, the duo of Farhan and Colin Munro swiftly swiftly turned things around, with a forceful response. After just 11 overs, the score reached 128/1 thanks to a scorching 100-run partnership between the two players.
Farhan equaled the record for the fastest century by an Islamabad United batsman in the history of the league with a spectacular performance that saw him earn his first-ever PSL century in just 49 balls. 
Alzarri Joseph ultimately ended Farhan and Munro's 144-run stand by dismissing Munro for 40, leaving United at 153/2 in 13.1 overs. United concluded with a massive total of 243/5, making it difficult for Peshawar Zalmi to chase after Jason Holder and Ben Dwarshuis added 20 and 18 runs, respectively, to stay undefeated in the latter stages.  
In addition to giving Islamabad United a historic victory, Farhan's outstanding performance cemented his place in T20 history.
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Sahibzada Farhan | Image: X (ESPNcricinfo)

Sahibzada Farhan joined cricket legends like Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli by scoring four T20 centuries in 2025, including a 49-ball 102 in the PSL against Peshawar Zalmi. His knock, paired with a 144-run stand with Colin Munro, led Islamabad United to 243/5 and a 102-run win, securing the PSL table's top spot. As the first Pakistani to achieve this feat, Farhan etched his name in T20 history.

Sahibzada Farhan of Islamabad United joined an elite group of T20 batters, including Chris Gayle (2011), Virat Kohli (2016), Jos Buttler (2022), and Shubman Gill (2023), by scoring four T20 centuries in a calendar year, achieving this feat in 2025 during the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL). His maiden PSL century, a 102-run knock off 49 balls against Peshawar Zalmi at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, helped Islamabad United secure a commanding 102-run victory and climb to the top of the PSL table. Batting first, Islamabad recovered from an early setback with a 144-run partnership between Farhan and Colin Munro, reaching 243/5, bolstered by late contributions from Jason Holder and Ben Dwarshuis. Farhan’s record-equaling fastest century for Islamabad United in PSL history not only clinched a historic win but also marked him as the first Pakistani to achieve four T20 hundreds in a year, cementing his place in T20 cricket history.

Pakistani batter joins Virat Kohli & Chris Gayle in an elite list after blistering hundred versus Peshawar

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A new match between Multan Sultans and Lahore Qalandars will be played on April 22, 2025, at Multan Cricket Stadium. Multan has played three matches so far and hasn’t registered a single win. They’re eager to secure a victory on their home ground. 
Lahore, on the other hand, has won two out of three matches and holds the second position on the points table. Recently, they defeated Karachi Kings by 65 runs.
In today’s article, we’ll cover the Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars prediction, head-to-head stats, expected lineup, and weather report. So, let’s dive into today’s article.
<h2 dir="ltr">Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars Expected Playing XI</h2>
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Name
</td>
<td>
Role
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Mohammad Rizwan (c, wk)
</td>
<td>
Wicketkeeper-Batsman (Captain)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Yasir Khan
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Usman Khan
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Laurie Evans
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Ashton Turner
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Iftikhar Ahmed
</td>
<td>
All-rounder
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
David Willey
</td>
<td>
All-rounder
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Chris Jordan
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Usama Mir
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Spinner)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Ubaid Shah
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Mohammad Ali
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer)
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</div>
<h2 dir="ltr">Lahore Qalandars</h2>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>
Name
</td>
<td>
Role
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Fakhar Zaman
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Sahibzada Farhan
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Rassie van der Dussen
</td>
<td>
Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Shai Hope (wk)
</td>
<td>
Wicketkeeper-Batsman
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Sikandar Raza
</td>
<td>
All-rounder
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Carlos Brathwaite
</td>
<td>
All-rounder
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Jahandad Khan
</td>
<td>
All-rounder
</td>
</tr>
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<td>
Shaheen Afridi (c)
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer, Captain)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Haris Rauf
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Zaman Khan
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Mohammad Imran
</td>
<td>
Bowler (Pacer)
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</div>
<h2 dir="ltr">Head-to-Head Stats</h2>
For the Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars prediction, let’s look at their head-to-head record. These teams have played 16 matches so far, with each winning eight, making it a fiercely competitive rivalry. 
Lahore won their last encounter in 2024 by five wickets, chasing 167 runs. However, Multan clinched the PSL 2023 final by one run, proving they shine in big moments. 
Multan has won two out of three matches against Lahore at Multan Cricket Stadium, giving them a slight edge in today’s match.
<h2 dir="ltr">Pitch Report</h2>
The pitch at Multan Cricket Stadium in the Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars prediction favors batsmen early on but slows down as the game progresses. The average first-innings score is 170, and teams batting first have won two out of three matches. 
Spinners like Sikandar Raza gain an advantage in the middle overs, while pacers like Shaheen Afridi get swing early on. Dew often aids the chasing team, so the team winning the toss is likely to bowl first.
<h2 dir="ltr">Weather Forecast</h2>
For the Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars prediction, the weather in Multan on April 22 looks warm and clear. The temperature will range between 24°C and 28°C, with humidity at 30–40%. There’s no chance of rain. 
Bowling in the second innings will be tricky due to dew, favoring the team batting second. These conditions suggest a high-scoring game.
<h2 dir="ltr">Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars Prediction</h2>
In the Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars prediction, Lahore has the upper hand. Their batting lineup includes players like Fakhar Zaman, who has scored 144 runs in three matches, and Shaheen Afridi, who has taken eight wickets.
Haris Rauf also adds depth to their bowling. Multan’s Mohammad Rizwan has scored 158 runs so far, but Usman Khan is struggling. Their bowling, even with the addition of Chris Jordan, hasn’t performed well. 
Lahore’s current form and momentum give them a strong chance, but Multan’s home advantage could spark a turnaround. Lahore is likely to win by 15–20 runs.
<h2 dir="ltr">Dream11 Best Team</h2>
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Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan, Shai Hope
</li>
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Batsmen: Fakhar Zaman (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Usman Khan
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Iftikhar Ahmed
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi (vc), Haris Rauf, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir
</li>
</ul>
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Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars Prediction

The Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars match on April 22, 2025, at Multan Cricket Stadium is set to be a thrilling PSL clash. Multan, yet to win in three matches, aims for a home victory, while Lahore, with two wins in three games, rides high after a 65-run victory over Karachi Kings. Their head-to-head record is tied at eight wins each, with Multan holding a slight edge at home. The pitch favors batsmen early but slows later, with dew aiding chasing teams, and clear, warm weather suggests a high-scoring game. Lahore’s in-form players like Fakhar Zaman and Shaheen Afridi give them a slight advantage, likely winning by 15–20 runs, though Multan’s home record could spark an upset.

A new match between Multan Sultans and Lahore Qalandars will be played on April 22, 2025, at Multan Cricket Stadium. Multan has played three matches so far and hasn’t registered a single win. They’re eager to secure a victory on their home ground.

Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars Prediction : Head-to-Head, Playing XI, Weather Update - Will Lahore Break the Streak or Will Multan Continue Their Domination

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Quetta Gladiators pacer Mohammad Amir gave a tough time to Peshawar Zalmi batter Babar Azam in a clash between the two teams in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025. The match between the two teams took place on Sunday (27th April). 
Mohammad Amir breathed fire with the new ball in the game between Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi. The left-arm pacer moved the new ball both ways and troubled the opposition batters with his pace and swing, taking his team off to a flying start. 
Mohammad Amir's battle with Babar Azam was one of the highlights of the game. The Quetta Gladiators pacer bowled four balls to the batter and it didn't even once look that he looked comfortable. On all four balls, the left-hander tested him. 
The first ball that Mohammed Amir bowled to Babar Azam was a bouncer that struck the batter hard on the helmet. He underwent a concussion test and, after that, managed just a single-off pacer's bowling before getting out. 
Mohammed Amir bowled a vicious inswinger that rapped Babar Azam on the pads, and an umpire didn't take much time to raise a finger. This made pacer extremely animated as he set off for an celebration. 
Mohammad Amir ran towards the Gladiators' dugout, where mentor Viv Richards was present. He gestured something to him, and the legend, in turn, came up with a heartfelt response, telling the fast bowler to stay calm. 
Here's the video: 
https://x.com/thePSLt20/status/1916547626729644522
Mohammad Amir returned with the figures of 1/18. Apart from him, Faheem Ashraf took five wickets as Quetta Gladiators thrashed Peshawar Zalmi by 54 runs.
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Mohammad Amir comes up with extra aggressive celebration after removing Babar Azam {PC:X}

Mohammad Amir breathed fire with the new ball in the game between Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi

Quetta Gladiators pacer Mohammad Amir gave a tough time to Peshawar Zalmi batter Babar Azam in a clash between the two teams in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025.

Watch: Mohammad Amir comes up with extra aggressive celebration after removing Babar Azam in PSL 2025

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SRH demolished KKR by 110 runs, powered by Klaasen's blistering century and disciplined bowling. Their 278-run total marked the third-highest in IPL history, capping off a dominant performance.

SRH vs KKR: Classical Klaasen, Bowlers Aced and SRH Rattled KKR Away with a 110-run Win!

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CSK crushed Gujarat Titans by 83 runs in their final IPL 2025 match, with Brevis, Conway, and Mhatre starring. GT’s top-two spot now depends on other results.

CSK vs GT: CSK Slays GT by 83 Runs; Check the Updated TATA IPL Points Table 2025

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Anil Kumble feels that Shubman Gill will take Virat Kohli's spot in the team at number four

Mohammed Siraj dropped, Shubman Gill took number four as the Indian playing XI for the first England Test announced

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This will be the first time that India will be entering into the series in a long without the services of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who recently announced their retirements

Ravi Shastri namedrops Virat Kohli's replacement at number four in Tests for England series

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The Kolkata Knight Riders, defending champions from the last season, were the fourth team to be knocked out of the race to the playoffs, while Sunrisers Hyderabad, who were the runners-up in the last season, were also knocked out early this season.

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