In the PSL, there exists a long-standing and renowned rivalry between the Quetta Gladiators (QUE) and the Karachi Kings (KAR)—one in which the Gladiators have historically held the upper hand. As they face off in the second match of PSL 2026 (March 27, 2026) at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium, here is a detailed breakdown of their head-to-head record and key player statistics.
QUE vs KAR Head-to-Head Record (PSL History)
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 20 |
| Quetta Gladiators Wins | 13 |
| Karachi Kings Wins | 7 |
| Highest Team Score (KAR) | 190/5 (2019) |
| Highest Team Score (QUE) | 189/7 (2019) |
| Lowest Team Score (KAR) | 113/10 (2022) |
| Lowest Team Score (QUE) | 115/2 (2022) |
QUE vs KAR Head-to-Head: Last 4 Matches (2024–2025)
- April 25, 2025: Quetta Gladiators defeated Karachi Kings by 5 runs.
- April 18, 2025: Karachi Kings defeated Quetta by 56 runs.
- March 6, 2024: Karachi Kings defeated Quetta by 7 wickets.
- February 29, 2024: Quetta Gladiators defeated Karachi by 5 wickets.
QUE vs KAR Player Stats
Quetta Gladiators
- Hasan Nawaz: The star performer of the previous season, who scored 399 runs in 10 innings (strike rate: 162.19).
- Saud Shakeel: The captain and the team's dependable batsman. He has scored 560 runs in the PSL so far.
- Abrar Ahmed: The team's lead spinner. He was the most successful bowler last season, taking 17 wickets.
- Rilee Rossouw: A legendary batsman in PSL history, with 2,287 runs to his name.
Karachi Kings
- David Warner: Scored the most runs for Karachi last season—368 runs (11 matches, 3 half-centuries).
- Hasan Ali: The team's strike bowler. He holds 125 wickets to his name in PSL history and claimed 17 wickets last season as well.
- James Vince: An aggressive top-order batsman. In the 2025 season, he scored runs at a strike rate of 224.
- Adam Zampa: He spearheads Karachi's spin attack and is known for taking wickets during the middle overs.
QUE vs KAR pitch report
Gaddafi Stadium is an excellent venue for batting. Fast bowlers will find some assistance with the new ball, but the wicket will settle down nicely. The pitch is flat, and the consistent bounce aids the batting teams in playing their shots effectively. The boundaries are not particularly large, which makes the task challenging for the bowlers. Especially in evening matches, dew will also be a significant factor, making it difficult to defend a total.
Where to watch Pakistan Super League 2026? Viewing Options in India
- Live Streaming: Fancode app/website
- TV Channels: Not broadcast on any TV channel.
- Live Score: Check out live cricket scores, scorecards, and match results for the Pakistan Super League 2026 on the Possible11 app.
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