PSL 2026: Match No. 16 of the Pakistan Super League 2026 will see Lahore Qalandars take on Islamabad United at the National Stadium in Karachi on Thursday, April 9.
Both teams come into this clash with different journeys so far, setting up an interesting contest.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United, PSL 2026: Lahore Qalandars Eye Top-Two Spot
Led by Shaheen Afridi, Lahore Qalandars are currently sitting in fourth place on the points table. They have won two matches and lost one so far.
In their previous outing, they secured a win against Multan Sultans in a shortened 13-over-per-side game. With momentum on their side, another victory here could push them into the top two.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United, PSL 2026: Islamabad United Finding Their Rhythm
Islamabad United have had a slightly mixed campaign but seem to be getting back on track. Out of their four matches, they lost the opener and had one game washed out.
However, they've bounced back well, winning their last two matches against Quetta Gladiators and Rawalpindiz. With confidence building, they'll be aiming to continue that winning run.
LAH vs ISL, PSL 2026 – Match Details
- Match: Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United
- Date: April 9, 2026
- Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
LAH vs ISL Head-to-Head Record
Both teams have shared some competitive battles in the past, making this fixture one to watch.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 22 |
| Won by LAH | 11 |
| Won by ISL | 11 |
| Tied | – |
| First-Ever Fixture | February 10, 2016 |
| Most-Recent Fixture | May 23, 2025 |
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United – Predicted Playing XIs
Lahore Qalandars: Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Parvez Hossain Emon, Rubin Hermann, Sikandar Raza, Haseebullah Khan (WK), Asif Ali, Shaheen Afridi (C), Haris Rauf, Mustafizur Rahman, Ubaid Shah
Islamabad United: Devon Conway (WK), Sameer Minhas, Mohammad Faiq, Haider Ali, Mark Chapman, Shadab Khan (C), Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Chris Green, Richard Gleeson, Salman Irshad
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United – Full Squads
Lahore Qalandars: Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Abdullah Shafique, Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Naeem, Mustafizur Rahman, Asif Ali, Haris Rauf, Usama Mir, Fakhar Zaman, Ubaid Shah, Haseebullah, Mohammad Farooq, Daniel Sams, Parvez Hussain Emon, Hussain Talat, Tayyab Tahir, Dunith Wellalage, Rubin Hermann, Maaz Khan, Shahab Khan, Gudakesh Motie.
Islamabad United: Shadab Khan (c), Salman Irshad, Andries Gous, Devon Conway, Faheem Ashraf, Mehran Mumtaz, Max Bryant, Mark Chapman, Nisar Ahmed, Mir Hamza Sajjad, Sameen Gul, Sameer Minhas, Imad Wasim, Richard Gleeson, Haider Ali, Mohammad Hasnain, Dipendra Singh Airee, Mohammad Faiq, Mohammad Salman Mirza.
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