In form Quetta Gladiators take on winless Islamabad United in Match 9 of PSL 2026 at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Thursday, April 2 at 2:30 PM PST (3:00 PM IST, 9:30 AM GMT).
Shamyl Hussain leads all scorers in PSL 2026 with 106 runs and back-to-back fifties, while Abrar Ahmed’s 3/23 demolished Hyderabad Kingsmen.
On the other hand, Shadab Khan’s United sit sixth after losing to Multan Sultans by 5 wickets and having their Peshawar game washed out. Moreover, this afternoon’s fixture eliminates dew, giving Quetta’s spin attack a clear advantage.
QTG vs ISU Betting Odds & Market Analysis
Quetta Gladiators hold a slight edge with better form and tournament momentum against a desperate Islamabad side chasing their first win.
| Platform | QTG Win Odds | ISU Win Odds | Toss Odds (QTG) | Toss Odds (ISU) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.85 | 1.95 | 1.90 | 1.90 |
| Stake | 1.88 | 1.92 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
| 4RABET | 1.82 | 2.00 | 1.88 | 1.92 |
| BetVibe | 1.85 | 1.95 | 1.90 | 1.90 |
QTG vs ISU Head-to-Head Record
Quetta Gladiators hold a slight edge in this rivalry between two former PSL champions. Furthermore, Quetta posted the highest PSL total ever (263/3) against Islamabad in PSL 2025, with Rossouw (104) and Nawaz (100*) both hitting centuries in the same innings.
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | NR | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetta Gladiators | 26 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 46.15% |
| Islamabad United | 26 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 38.46% |
QTG vs ISU Squads & Playing XIs
Both teams are expected to field unchanged XIs. Meanwhile, Islamabad relies on Devon Conway and Shadab Khan to deliver after a disappointing start to their campaign.
| Quetta Gladiators | Islamabad United |
|---|---|
| Saud Shakeel (c) | Andries Gous (wk) |
| Shamyl Hussain | Devon Conway |
| Khawaja Nafay | Sameer Minhas |
| Rilee Rossouw | Shadab Khan (c) |
| Hasan Nawaz | Mark Chapman |
| Ben McDermott (wk) | Haider Ali |
| Tom Curran | Imad Wasim |
| Ahmed Daniyal | Faheem Ashraf |
| Alzarri Joseph | Richard Gleeson |
| Abrar Ahmed | Salman Mirza |
| Usman Tariq | Salman Irshad |
Quetta Gladiators remaining squad: Sam Harper, Bevon Jacobs, Bismillah Khan, Ahsan Ali, Jahanzaib Sultan, Wasim Akram Jr, Jahandad Khan, Khan Zeb, Saqib Khan, Brett Hampton, Spencer Johnson
Islamabad United remaining squad: Max Bryant, Dipendra Singh Airee, Blessing Muzarabani, Mehran Mumtaz, Mohammad Hasnain, Sameen Gul, Mir Hamza Sajjad, Mohammad Faiq, Nisar Ahmad
QTG vs ISU Weather Report & Pitch Conditions
Weather Forecast:
- Temperature expected around 27 to 32°C with hazy to partly cloudy conditions
- No rain concerns for the afternoon fixture; only 10% chance on forecast
- Humidity is moderate at 45 to 50%; no dew factor in a daytime match
- Light breeze with minimal impact on play
Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting friendly surface with true bounce; average first innings score of 178 in PSL 2026 so far |
| Batting Assistance | Stroke makers enjoy this surface with the ball coming onto the bat nicely; any score above 180 is competitive |
| Bowling Assistance | Bowlers rewarded for hitting right lengths; spinners benefit from no dew in afternoon conditions |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 178 runs in PSL 2026 matches at this venue |
| Toss Impact | No dew in afternoon fixture; captains may prefer batting first to post a competitive total on the flat surface |
QTG vs ISU Key Players to Watch
- Shamyl Hussain (QTG): 106 runs in 2 matches with back to back fifties. Named Player of the Match against Hyderabad Kingsmen. Currently the leading run scorer in PSL 2026.
- Hasan Nawaz (QTG): 72 runs in 2 matches including 53 against Hyderabad Kingsmen. Additionally, scored a PSL century against Islamabad United in PSL 2025, so he has a strong record against this opposition.
- Abrar Ahmed (QTG): 3/23 in 4 overs against Hyderabad in a match winning spell. His mystery spin is especially dangerous on dry afternoon pitches where dew does not affect grip.
- Shadab Khan (ISU): 163 runs and 10 wickets in his last 8 PSL games. The captain needs to lead from the front with both bat and ball to turn around United’s poor start.
- Devon Conway (ISU): Key overseas signing who provides top order stability. The New Zealand left hander needs to deliver a big score to justify his place in the lineup.
- Salman Irshad (ISU): 11 wickets in 6 PSL matches as Islamabad’s strike bowler. His pace and ability to hit the deck hard could trouble Quetta’s in form top order.
QTG vs ISU Live Streaming & TV Broadcasting Guide
PSL 2026 will not be telecast in India due to political tensions between the two countries.
| Region | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | A Sports, PTV Sports, Geo Super, Ten Sports | Tapmad, Tamasha, Myco |
| Australia & New Zealand | ESPN | ESPN app |
| Bangladesh | T Sports | Tapmad |
| United Kingdom | ARY Digital | ARY Plus |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| Sri Lanka | Dialog TV | Dialog ViU app |
| Middle East & North Africa | Cricbuzz TV on ELIFE, Switch TV | Cricbuzz, STARZPLAY |
