The remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League have officially returned to Lahore, bringing the city back to the centre of attention as teams resume preparations for the next stage of the tournament. Organisers confirmed that the upcoming fixtures of the league’s 11th edition will now be played at Gaddafi Stadium, restoring Lahore’s role as the main host venue. As preparations intensified, players and support staff arrived early to settle into training routines and finalize strategies. Consequently, the return of matches has reignited excitement among local cricket fans eagerly waiting for high-intensity clashes.
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Meanwhile, Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings held detailed practice sessions at the LCCA Ground as both sides focused on improving combinations and sharpening skills ahead of their upcoming matches. Coaches supervised batting drills, fielding exercises, and bowling practice to ensure players remain fully prepared for the demanding fixtures. Moreover, team management used the sessions to evaluate player fitness and finalize potential playing elevens. As a result, both squads appeared confident and determined to deliver strong performances in the next phase of the competition.
In addition, a highly anticipated contest between Quetta Gladiators and Lahore Qalandars is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at 2:30pm at Gaddafi Stadium, marking the official restart of fixtures in the city. Cricket supporters are expected to turn out in large numbers as Lahore once again hosts top league action. Furthermore, both teams aim to strengthen their positions in the points table through a crucial victory. The match is likely to set the tone for the remaining fixtures as the tournament enters an important stage.
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Earlier in the competition, Peshawar Zalmi delivered a dominant performance in Sunday’s fixture, largely driven by a remarkable century from captain Babar Azam that anchored the team’s powerful batting display. Zalmi posted an impressive total of 255 runs after Babar remained unbeaten on 100 from just 52 deliveries. Additionally, Kusal Mendis played a vital supporting role by scoring 83 runs from 44 balls. Their partnership helped establish a commanding total that placed immense pressure on the opposition.
However, Quetta Gladiators struggled while chasing the massive target of 256 and were eventually bowled out for 137 runs after losing wickets at regular intervals throughout the innings. Mohammad Basit and Ali Raza led the bowling attack effectively, each claiming three wickets to dismantle Quetta’s batting order. Shamyl Hussain scored 21 runs while Bevon Jacob added 34, but their efforts were not enough to challenge Zalmi’s total. Meanwhile, the tournament observes a rest day on Monday before action resumes with fresh fixtures.