PSL Match Prediction | Pakistan Super League, 2025 | Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators | Match – 15 | April 25 – Can QG get a win against KK?

KK vs QG Match Analysis

The 15th game of the Pakistan Super League 2025 will take place at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on April 25, 2025, at 9:00 PM BST, between the Karachi Kings and Quetta Gladiators.

Karachi Kings have had a solid start to the 2025 PSL with 3 wins from 5 matches. However, KK’s two losses have slightly impacted their net run rate, currently at -0.215.

Quetta Gladiators are struggling in the 2025 season, with just one win in three matches. Their negative net run rate of -0.917 reflects QG’s inconsistent performances, leaving them with much to improve.

KK vs QG Team Preview & Squads

Karachi Kings

Karachi Kings

Karachi Kings come into their next match following a narrow victory over Peshawar Zalmi. The match was tightly contested, with Karachi securing the win by two wickets and three balls to spare.

James Vince will lead the charge for Karachi’s batting lineup. Over his last ten games, he has scored 312 runs, averaging 31.2 with a strike rate of 141.17. Tim Seifert, another key overseas player, has contributed 260 runs in his recent ten games, maintaining an average of 26 and a strike rate of 125.

With the ball, Hasan Ali will lead the Karachi attack, having taken 16 wickets in his last ten matches with a strike rate of 14.5. Abbas Afridi, who has claimed eight wickets in his last five games with a strike rate of 12.75, will also be a crucial asset. These players will be key to Karachi’s success in the upcoming match.

Karachi Kings Squads

Arafat Minhas, Hasan Ali, James Vince, Zahid Mahmood, Omair Yousuf, Shan Masood, Irfan Khan, David Warner, Khushdil Shah, Adam Milne, Mohammad Nabi, Tim Seifert, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Muhammad Riazullah, Kane Williamson, Fawad Ali, Mir Hamza, Litton Das.  

Quetta Gladiators

Quetta Gladiators

Quetta Gladiators head into this match after two consecutive defeats to Karachi Kings and Lahore Qalandars. Having lost four of their last five games, they are eager to turn their fortunes around with a win.

Saud Shakeel will lead the Quetta batting effort in this contest. He has scored 300 runs in his last ten matches for Quetta, with an impressive average of 37.5 and a strike rate of 126.58.

Rilee Rossouw, though not in the best form, has managed 148 runs from his last ten appearances, averaging 16.44 with a strike rate of 127.58.

With the ball, Abrar Ahmed will lead the attack, having taken 17 wickets in his last ten games at a strike rate of 14.11. Akeal Hosein has also been effective, picking up 12 wickets in his last eight matches with a strike rate of 16. These key players will be pivotal for Quetta in this crucial encounter.

Quetta Gladiators Squads

Mohammad Amir, Akeal Hosein, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Wasim, Sean Abbott, Rilee Rossouw, Khawaja Nafay, Kyle Jamieson, Kusal Mendis, Haseebullah Khan, Usman Tariq, Shoaib Malik, Hasan Nawaz, Finn Allen, Danish Aziz, Saud Shakeel, Khurram Shahzad, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Zeeshan, Mark Chapman.

Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators outfield report

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

In 29 T20I matches played at Gaddafi Stadium, chasing teams have had a significant advantage, winning 18 times. As a result, the team winning the toss is likely to opt to bowl first.

The weather forecast for the match day predicts clear skies, with daytime temperatures reaching 36°C, dropping to around 22°C in the evening.

Gaddafi Stadium’s pitch is known for being ideal for batting, providing good pace and bounce that enables batters to play aggressive shots with ease.

Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

KK won 2 of their last five games, while QG won the others.

Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators Prediction

Cricket analysts predict that the Karachi Kings have a 52% chance of winning.