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The PSL 10 league stage ended with a bang, and boy, did Islamabad United save their best for last! The defending champions didn’t just show up—they dominated. And as a result, the playoff picture is finally clear.
Heading into the last league game, Islamabad United knew exactly what they had to do.
✅ Win? Obviously.
✅ Improve Net Run Rate enough to sneak into second place? Tricky… but not impossible.
Well, Alex Hales and Sahibzada Farhan took the “tricky” part and smashed it to pieces.
Their record-equalling 153-run opening stand set the tone for a massive 251/5—one of the highest totals in PSL history. The Karachi Kings, stunned and under pressure, collapsed to 172 all out in 18.2 overs.
Islamabad United leapfrogged Karachi Kings on Net Run Rate and now find themselves with a golden ticket, a shot at direct qualification to the final.
How the Table Looks After the Dust Settled
Here’s a snapshot of how the top four lined up after all 30 league games:
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NR | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetta Gladiators (Q) | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 1.393 |
| Islamabad United (Q) | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 0.372 |
| Karachi Kings (Q) | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 0.049 |
| Lahore Qalandars (Q) | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 1.036 |
| Peshawar Zalmi (E) | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 8 | -0.293 |
| Multan Sultans (E) | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 2 | -2.449 |
The Stage is Set: Here’s What’s Coming Next
Clear your calendars, PSL fans. The action’s moving to Lahore, and the remaining fixtures are absolute bangers.
🔥 May 21 – Qualifier 1: Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United
The top two face off. Winner goes straight to the final, while the loser gets another shot.
⚔️ May 22 – Eliminator: Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings
This one’s personal. These two have history, drama, and now, high stakes. Loser goes home.
🔁 May 23 – Qualifier 2: TBD vs TBD
This is the “last chance saloon.” The winner here will book their place in the May 25 final.
🏆 May 25 – The Grand Final in Lahore
One trophy. One champion. One unforgettable night.
Final Thoughts
From Peshawar’s shocking exit to Islamabad’s late surge, PSL 10 has already been a rollercoaster. But the real thrill ride is just beginning.
Whether you’re cheering for Quetta’s redemption, Islamabad’s resurgence, Karachi’s comeback, or Lahore’s home turf dream, one thing’s certain—this playoff week is going to be wild.
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