The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is set to host the second match of PSL 2025 between Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators on April 12, 2025. Both sides have several destructive batters in their line-up, and it is expected to be a high-scoring encounter on Saturday afternoon. Check out the Rawalpindi Stadium pitch report ahead of the Peshawar Zalmi vs. Quetta Gladiators PSL 2025 match.
Rawalpindi Stadium pitch report
Known for its batting-friendly surface, the pitch at Rawalpindi often delivers high-scoring thrillers. With a consistent bounce and a fast outfield, batters can play their shots confidently, making it a paradise for stroke-makers. However, bowlers, especially pacers, might find some assistance early on due to the new ball’s movement. Spinners could play a crucial role in the middle overs, but the pitch tends to flatten out as the match progresses.
Historically, Rawalpindi has witnessed totals frequently soaring past 200, setting the stage for a boundary-laden spectacle. Teams winning the toss might prefer to bat first to avoid chasing under scoreboard pressure. The average first-innings score at this venue last season was approximately 175 runs, highlighting its high-scoring nature.
Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators weather report
The weather forecast predicts partly cloudy conditions with a 42% chance of rain, which might cause interruptions. The temperature is expected to hover around 28.5°C, offering moderately warm conditions for players. Humidity could impact swing in the early overs, and the cloud cover might assist bowlers if the match starts on time.
Peshawar vs Quetta Squads:
Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (WK), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Max Bryant, Hussain Talat, Mitchell Owen, George Linde, Alzarri Joseph, Nahid Rana, Luke Wood, Ahmed Daniyal, Maaz Sadaqat, Mehran Mumtaz, Mohammad Ali, Sufiyan Muqeem, Najibullah Zadran, Ali Raza, Arif Yaqoob, Abdul Samad.
Quetta Gladiators: Saud Shakeel (C), Finn Allen, Kusal Mendis (WK), Rilee Rossouw, Shoaib Malik, Hasan Nawaz, Mark Chapman, Faheem Ashraf, Sean Abbott, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir. Mohammad Wasim Jr. Haseebullah Khan. Mohammad Zeeshan. Ali Majid. Khawaja Nafay. Khurram Shahzad. Usman Tariq. Danish Aziz. Abrar Ahmed, and Kyle Jamieson.
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