ISL vs LAH 1st Match Dream11 Prediction of PSL 2025

ISL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction for 1st match of PSL 2025

ISL vs LAH Match 1 Details 

The Pakistan Super League 2025 kicks off with a high-voltage clash as defending champions Islamabad United take on Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. So Let’s take a look at ISL vs LAH 1st Match Dream11 Prediction of PSL 2025. 

ISL vs LAH Preview  

Shadab Khan’s Islamabad United is riding high on confidence after an incredible title-winning campaign in 2024. They finished third in the league stage but peaked when it mattered most.  

The team has retained a strong core, with the likes of Colin Munro and Matthew Short expected to provide explosive starts at the top of the order. The middle order features dependable names like Shadab Khan, Azam Khan, and Salman Agha, who can shift gears as the situation demands. Islamabad will be banking on their batting depth and balanced bowling attack to outplay Lahore. 

On the other side, Lahore Qalandars will walk into PSL 2025 with a point to prove. Once the league’s back-to-back champions, their 2024 campaign was nothing short of a nightmare. Finishing last with just a single win, Shaheen Afridi and his squad will be desperate to turn things around this year. 

Changes have been made to the squad, and the Qalandars are hoping that a fresh start can spark a revival. Fakhar Zaman and Kusal Perera are expected to open the innings, Abdullah Shafique, occupying the pivotal No. 3 spot, while reliable middle-order batters Daryl Mitchell and Sikandar Raza, make the Qalandars batting line-up a solid one.  

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report  

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is known for its high-scoring games in T20s. Out of 25 domestic T20s played here, teams chasing have won 14 times, while those batting first have won 11. The average first-innings score stands at a hefty 187, indicating that batters will enjoy their time in the middle. 

The highest recorded score at this venue is a mammoth 262/3 by Multan Sultans, while the lowest was Islamabad United’s 91/7. Expect pace and bounce early on, but batters can dominate once they settle in. 

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Pitch Stats  

Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars Weather Report  

As for the weather, the forecast is clear with mild evening temperatures and little chance of rain. Perfect conditions for the PSL curtain-raiser. 

Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars Playing 11  

Islamabad United Playing 11  

Shadab Khan (c), Colin Munro, Matthew Short, Salman Agha, Azam Khan (wk), Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Jason Holder, Naseem Shah, Ben Dwarshuis, Hunain Shah 

Lahore Qalandars Playing 11  

Shaheen Afridi (c), Fakhar Zaman, Kusal Perera (wk), Abdullah Shafique, Daryl Mitchell, Si-kandar Raza, David Wiese, Asif Ali, Haris Rauf, Zaman Khan, Asif Afridi 

Key players (ISL vs LAH Fantasy Picks) 

Islamabad United 

From Islamabad United, watch out for Shadab Khan—not just as captain, but as an all-rounder who can swing matches with both bat and ball. Matthew Short could be a game-changer at the top.  

For Lahore, Fakhar Zaman’s start will be crucial, while Sikandar Raza’s all-round abilities could tilt the balance in crunch moments. Shaheen Afridi will also be keen to lead a bowling resurgence. 

ISL vs LAH Captain & Vice-captain choices  

ISL vs LAH Fantasy cricket Picks   

Captain: Fakhar Zaman 

Vice-captain: Shadab Khan 

Batters: Fakhar Zaman, Colin Munro, Daryll Mitchell, Rassie van der-Dussen 

Wicketkeeper: Kusal Perera 

All-rounders: Matthew Short, Shadab Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Sikandar Raza 

Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi 

Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars Fantasy Cricket Teams 

ISL vs LAH Fantasy Team no. 1 

ISL vs LAH Fantasy Team no.2 

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Disclaimer: Predictions are based on analysis and are intended as insights, not certainties. They should be viewed as informational and not as guarantees. **