Saud Shakeel Leads Quetta Gladiators in PSL 2025
Saud Shakeel's captaincy and the team's revamped squad will be under scrutiny as they face Peshawar Zalmi, with the goal of reviving Quetta Gladiators' glory days and entertaining their fans with impressive performances.
Quetta Gladiators, a former PSL champion, will begin their PSL 2025 campaign on April 12 against Peshawar Zalmi, with Saud Shakeel as their new captain, aiming to revive the team's glory days.
The team has undergone significant changes, bringing in new players like Finn Allen, Faheem Ashraf, and Mark Chapman to strengthen their squad. Key players for Quetta Gladiators include Finn Allen, who has been in good form, smashing 144 runs in five T20 innings at a strike rate of 211. Saud Shakeel, who scored 323 runs in the previous PSL edition, is also expected to perform well, along with veteran Pakistan seamer Mohammad Amir leading the bowling attack.
A likely playing XI for Quetta Gladiators in PSL 2025 includes Finn Allen, Saud Shakeel, Haseebullah Khan, Rilee Rossouw, Mark Chapman, Shoaib Malik, Faheem Ashraf, Akeal Hosein, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, and Mohammad Amir. With a well-balanced squad, Saud Shakeel is confident that they can play well and entertain their fans, after a disappointing run in the past few seasons.
The team's campaign against Peshawar Zalmi on April 12 will be a crucial test for Saud Shakeel's leadership, as Quetta Gladiators look to turn their fortunes around and make a strong comeback in the PSL 2025. With the right mix of experienced and new players, the team is poised to make a significant impact in the tournament.