After Islamabad United’s 79-run victory over Karachi Kings on May 19, 2025, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, the playoff teams for Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 have been finalised: Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, and Lahore Qalandars.
Quetta Gladiators, leading with 15 points, will face second-placed Islamabad United in Qualifier 1 on May 21 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
PSL 10 Playoff Schedule
The PSL 10 playoffs, hosted entirely in Lahore, unfold as follows:
| Match | Teams | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | Quetta Gladiators vs. Islamabad United | May 21 | 8:00 PM |
| Eliminator | Lahore Qalandars vs. Karachi Kings | May 22 | 8:00 PM |
| Qualifier 2 | Qualifier 1 Loser vs. Eliminator Winner | May 23 | 8:00 PM |
| Final | TBD | May 25 | 8:00 PM |
Quetta and Islamabad have secured the top two spots and have two chances to reach the final, while the Eliminator features a do-or-die clash between rivals Lahore and Karachi.
Islamabad United displayed dominance in the league-stage finale by scoring 251 runs for 5 wickets, with Alex Hales contributing 88 runs and Shadab Khan adding 42. In response, they bowled out Karachi for just 172 runs, with Shadab taking 4 wickets. This impressive performance secured Islamabad United a second-place finish and a spot in Qualifier 1.
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With a strong campaign, Quetta Gladiators aim to maintain their lead, while Islamabad’s momentum makes them formidable. Karachi and Lahore, despite setbacks, bring a fierce rivalry to the Eliminator.
