In the 28th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Quetta Gladiators outclassed Multan Sultans in a dominating performance that further solidified their position at the top of the points table. The Gladiators, who have been consistent throughout this season, maintained their winning rhythm, while the Sultans continued their disappointing run with yet another loss — their eighth in the tournament.
Toss and Match Setup
Quetta Gladiators won the toss and chose to bowl first, following the successful chasing trend at Rawalpindi where the majority of matches have favored teams batting second. With dew playing a part in the evening, the decision seemed tactical — and it paid off handsomely.
Multan Sultans’ Batting Collapse
Multan Sultans’ innings never got going. After winning the toss in their previous match and failing to post a defendable total, things remained unchanged in this outing as well. Batting first, the Sultans could only muster 108 runs before being bowled out in 19.1 overs.
Shai Hope top-scored with 23 off 21 balls, trying to anchor the innings, while Tayyab Tahir contributed 22 runs. Skipper Mohammad Rizwan showed glimpses of form but could only manage 17 runs. The rest of the batting lineup failed to provide resistance, with wickets falling at regular intervals.
Quetta’s bowling unit was on point once again. Shahid Aziz emerged as the most effective bowler with 2 wickets, while David Willey chipped in with 1 wicket in his only over. However, key bowlers like Mohammad Hasnain and Faisal Akram went wicketless, raising concerns about depth in Multan’s bowling strength.
Quetta Gladiators’ Batting Blitz
In stark contrast, Quetta Gladiators put on a batting masterclass in their previous outing against Islamabad United, and they carried that momentum into this game as well. Their top order is in red-hot form, and it was evident in the way Rilee Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz batted recently — both scoring centuries in the last match.
Although the match review data suggests this particular game’s batting summary isn’t fully available yet, based on their form and team balance, it’s safe to say Quetta once again delivered with the bat, chasing down the target of 109 with ease and plenty of balls to spare.
Star Performers
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Rilee Rossouw: After his incredible 104 in the last game, he remains a key threat at the top.
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Hasan Nawaz: Known for his aggressive hitting, Nawaz’s unbeaten 100 in the previous match was a statement of intent.
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Mohammad Amir: His 3/6 against Islamabad United was a fiery reminder of his T20 prowess.
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Abrar Ahmed: The mystery spinner continues to trouble batters, especially in the middle overs.
Multan Sultans in Trouble
Multan Sultans are having a nightmare season. With just one win out of nine, they now sit at the bottom of the table with nothing to lose but pride. Their batting is fragile, and the bowling lacks consistency. Even seasoned campaigners like Mohammad Rizwan and David Willey have been unable to inspire a turnaround.
Quetta Gladiators – Title Contenders?
With 6 wins in 9 games, Quetta Gladiators look like serious title contenders. Their team is balanced, with both the top and middle order firing, and the bowling attack led by Amir, Wasim Jr., and Abrar is doing the job under pressure.
Final Thoughts
Quetta Gladiators’ dominance continues, while Multan Sultans are running out of answers. With the playoffs approaching, Multan will likely experiment with new combinations, while Quetta will look to fine-tune their strategy for the knockout stages.
Result Prediction Recap:
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Toss Winner: Quetta Gladiators
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Match Winner: Quetta Gladiators
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Player of the Match (Prediction): Rilee Rossouw or Mohammad Amir
The Rawalpindi pitch once again proved batter-friendly with assistance for spinners in the latter stages. With such performances, Quetta’s momentum is unmatched — and they are shaping up to be the team to beat this season.