Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Live Streaming, PSL 2025: Cricket fever is at its peak as Islamabad United lock horns with Lahore Qalandars in the 19th fixture of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025. The battle is set to unfold at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Friday, April 30. With the playoffs nearing, both teams will be desperate to secure critical points on the board.
Shadab Khan’s Islamabad United have been the team to beat this season. Unbeaten in all five matches so far, they sit proudly at the top of the points table with an enviable net run rate of 2.342. Their clinical victory over Multan Sultans in the previous outing further boosted their title credentials. A win here could all but confirm their playoff berth.
Lahore Qalandars, meanwhile, have had a see-saw campaign. Led by Shaheen Shah Afridi, they’ve managed three wins from six encounters and currently occupy the second spot on the table. After their five-wicket win over Multan Sultans, they’ll be hoping to maintain momentum. But a loss against the in-form United could put their playoff hopes in jeopardy.
Match Information
- Match: Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United, Match 19
- Date: Friday, April 30, 2025
- Time: 8:30 PM IST (8:00 PM toss)
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
PSL 2025 Live Streaming Details
India
- Television Broadcasting: Suspended Coverage
- Online Streaming: Unfortunately, PSL matches won’t be Live Streaming in India as official broadcasters Fancode have suspended coverage since April 23.
Pakistan
- Television Broadcasting: A Sports HD, TEN Sports HD, PTV Sports HD
- Online Streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha, Daraz, Myco, Begin, Snack Video
Bangladesh
- Television Broadcasting: T Sports
- Online Streaming: Tapmad, FanCode
Afghanistan
- Television Broadcasting: Sony Sports Network
- Online Streaming: Tapmad, FanCode
Sri Lanka
- Television Broadcasting: Dialog TV, Sony Sports Network
- Online Streaming: FanCode
Other Country Streaming Details
United Kingdom
- Television Broadcasting: Sky Sports, Geo News (Sky Channel 734)
USA & Canada
- Television Broadcasting: Willow TV
South Africa
- Television Broadcasting: Super Sports
Australia
- Television Broadcasting: Fox Sports
New Zealand
- Television Broadcasting: Sky Sport NZ
MENA (Middle East & North Africa)
- Television Broadcasting: E-Vision
- Online Streaming: Myco, STARZPLAY
South East Asia
- Online Streaming: Cricbuzz (ball-by-ball commentary and updates)
Caribbean
- Television Broadcasting: Flow Sports
Rest of the World
- Television Broadcasting: Sports Central (selected regions)
- Online Streaming: YouTube (select matches), Facebook Live, PSL App
Weather & Pitch Report
Cricket fans can expect a clear and comfortable evening in Lahore on Friday, April 30, for the clash between Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars. The forecast predicts dry skies, with temperatures ranging between 18°C and 22°C, and humidity levels around 40%. With no rain expected, the weather poses no threat to a full 40-over spectacle under the lights at the historic Gaddafi Stadium. Evening dew might slightly influence the latter stages of the game, especially for the team bowling second, so captains will keep that in mind during the toss.
The surface at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore has earned a reputation for being batting-friendly, with a firm and true bounce that allows batters to play their shots with confidence. The average first innings score at this venue in recent T20 matches has hovered around 160 to 170 runs, making it a venue that regularly produces high-scoring thrillers.
However, it’s not all doom and gloom for the bowlers:
- Fast bowlers could find early movement with the new ball, especially in the powerplay overs.
- Spinners, particularly those who flight the ball and vary their pace, can come into play during the middle overs as the surface offers subtle grip and turn.
Captains might lean towards batting first, knowing that scoreboard pressure and the slowing nature of the pitch in the second half can tilt the game in their favour – unless dew plays spoilsport and makes gripping the ball tougher under lights.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Previews
Lahore Qalandars: Lahore Qalandars, the defending champions, have had a rollercoaster season with three wins and three losses. But this is a side known for peaking at the right time-and nothing sparks Lahore’s engine like a home clash against Islamabad. With Fakhar Zaman finding his groove (214 runs) and the ever-reliable Shaheen Shah Afridi leading the bowling attack with 8 wickets, the Qalandars are more than capable of pulling off an upset. Add the explosiveness of Sikandar Raza and Sam Billings in the middle order, and you have a team that can take the game away in a few overs.
Islamabad United: Led by the dynamic Shadab Khan, Islamabad United have been on a dream run this season-five wins in five matches, sitting pretty at the top of the table. Their brand of fearless, attacking cricket has made them the team to beat. With Sahibzada Farhan in red-hot form, amassing 236 runs, and the all-round brilliance of Jason Holder (12 wickets), United have both the firepower and the balance to dominate any side. The bowling attack, bolstered by Naseem Shah and Imad Wasim, has complemented the batting beautifully, strangling oppositions during the middle overs and finishing strong at the death.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Full Squads
Lahore Qalandars Squad:
Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Daryl Mitchell, Sikandar Raza, Sam Billings (w), Shaheen Afridi (c), Rishad Hossain, Jahandad Khan, Haris Rauf, Zaman Khan, Asif Afridi, David Wiese, Kusal Perera, Tom Curran, Asif Ali, Salman Mirza, Muhammad Akhlaq, Momin Qamar, Mohammad Azab.
Islamabad United Squad:
Andries Gous, Sahibzada Farhan, Colin Munro, Azam Khan (w), Muhammad Shahzad, Haider Ali, Shadab Khan (c), Jason Holder, Imad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Riley Meredith, Rassie van der Dussen, Salman Agha, Rumman Raees, Salman Irshad, Saad Masood, Hunain Shah, Ben Dwarshuis, Matthew Short, Mohammad Nawaz.
PSL 2025 Broadcasting & Live Streaming Guide
| Region/Country | Television Broadcast | Online Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | A Sports HD, PTV Sports HD | Tapmad, Tamasha, Daraz, Myco, bSports, Begin |
| India | Suspended Coverage | Fancode have Suspended Coverage |
| Bangladesh | T Sports | Tapmad |
| Sri Lanka | Dialog TV, Sony Sports Network | Tapmad, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| Afghanistan | Sony Sports Network | Tapmad, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| United Kingdom (UK) | Sky Sports, Geo News (Sky 734) | Sky Go, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| USA | Willow TV | Willow TV App, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV App, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | FanCode (availability may vary) |
| Australia | Fox Sports | Kayo Sports, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go, FanCode (availability may vary) |
| MENA Region | E-Vision | Myco, STARZPLAY |
| South East Asia | Cricbuzz | Cricbuzz (text commentary & updates) |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports | Flow Sports App |
| Rest of the World | Sports Central | YouTube, Facebook (select matches & highlights) |