Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United: Match 9 of PSL 2026 brings an exciting contest as Quetta Gladiators take on Islamabad United at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on April 2. The match will begin at 3:00 PM IST, and with both teams looking to build momentum early in the tournament, this clash carries plenty of importance.
Islamabad United, one of the most successful teams in PSL history, have had a slow start this season. They are still searching for their first win after losing to Multan Sultans and then seeing their next game washed out due to rain. With just one point so far, Shadab Khan and his side will be under pressure to finally get a result on the board.
Quetta Gladiators, on the other hand, come into this game with more confidence. They have one win from two matches and are currently placed in the middle of the table. Players like Shamyl Hussain have been in great form with the bat, while Ahmed Daniyal has impressed with the ball, giving the team a good balance.
The rivalry between these two sides has always been closely fought. Out of 26 matches, Quetta have won 12, while Islamabad have 10 victories, making this another chance to either extend or close the gap.
With both teams eager to strengthen their position in the standings, fans can expect a competitive and entertaining game. The conditions in Lahore are likely to suit the batters, which could make for another high-scoring contest.
QUE vs ISL Match Details
Quetta Gladiators will face Islamabad United in Match 9 of PSL 2026 on Thursday, April 2. The match is set to begin at 3:00 PM IST at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Unfortunately, there is no official broadcast or live streaming available in India.
Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United – Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore has mostly offered batting-friendly conditions so far in this tournament. Batters have enjoyed playing their shots, and high scores have been common. That said, bowlers who stick to the right line and length can still find some help from the surface.
When will the Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United match take place?
- The match will be played on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
- It starts at 3:00 PM IST (2:30 PM PKT).
- This is Match 9 of PSL 2026.
Where is the Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United match being played?
The game will take place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
The match will be played behind closed doors, meaning there will be no spectators due to the regional fuel crisis.
Weather conditions look good, with clear skies expected for a full match.
How can you watch the Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United match?
In Pakistan
- Fans can watch the match on A Sports, PTV Sports, Geo Super, or Ten Sports.
- Live streaming is available on Tapmad, Tamasha, and the Myco app.
In India
- There is no official broadcaster.
- Viewers may need to use a VPN set to Pakistan to access platforms like Tapmad or try the Sports TV YouTube channel.
In the United Kingdom
- The match will be shown on ARY Digital.
- Streaming options include ARY Plus and Tapmad.
In USA and Canada
- Fans can watch on Willow TV.
- Streaming is available via Willow Sports or the Willow by Cricbuzz app.
In Australia
- The match will be available on Fox Cricket or ESPN.
- Streaming can be done through Kayo Sports or Foxtel.
In the Middle East (MENA)
- The match will be broadcast on Cricbuzz TV.
- Streaming is available on Starzplay and the Cricbuzz app.
Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United - Probable Playing XI
Quetta Gladiators
Saud Shakeel (c), Shamyl Hussain, Khawaja Nafay, Rilee Rossouw, Hasan Nawaz, Ben McDermott (wk), Tom Curran, Ahmed Daniyal, Alzarri Joseph, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Tariq
Islamabad United
Andries Gous (wk), Devon Conway, Sameer Minhas, Shadab Khan (c), Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Richard Gleeson, Salman Mirza, Salman Irshad
Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United - Full Squads
Islamabad United: Faheem Ashraf, Shadab Khan (c), Mark Chapman, Devon Conway (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jr, Imad Wasim, Max Bryant, Sahibzada Farhan, Haider Ali, Andries Gous (wk), Salman Irshad, Mehran Mumtaz, Shamar Joseph, Rachin Ravindra, Mohammad Nawaz, Mir Hamza, Sameen Gul, Dipendra Singh Airee.
Quetta Gladiators: Abrar Ahmed, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Spencer Johnson, Usman Tariq, Rilee Rossouw, Tom Curran, Hasan Nawaz, Arafat Minhas, Faizan Akram, Ben McDermott, Saud Shakeel, Khanzada, Bismillah Khan (wk), Sajid Khan, Mohammad Hasnain, Waqar Salamkheil, Sean Abbott, Bevon Jacobs.