IU Vs LQ Prediction – Who will Win PSL X 1st Match 11 April 2025
The first match of Pakistan Super League Season 10 will be played between Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars. In this article, we will predict which team is more likely to win and why.
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Looking at both teams, Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars are strong sides, capable of turning the game at any moment. Both have powerful squads. However, if we analyze past records, Lahore Qalandars have dominated Islamabad United, winning four out of their last five encounters, while Islamabad United has won only one.
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| Date | Match Result |
| 6 March 2024 (PSL 9) | Lahore Qalandars Won the Match |
| 17 FEB 2024 (PSL 9) | Islamabad United Won the Match |
| 9 March 2023 (PSL 8) | Lahore Qalandars Won the Match |
| 27 Feb 2023 (PSL 8) | Lahore Qalandars Won the Match |
| 25 Feb 2022 (PSL 7) | Lahore Qalandars Won the Match |
This does not mean that Islamabad United is bound to lose this match. Let’s analyze both squads and see which team has a stronger lineup that can secure victory based on their performance.
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IU Vs LQ Match#1 Prediction
It is true that Peshawar Zalmi has defeated Islamabad United in four out of the last five matches. However, everyone knows that Islamabad United is a two-time PSL-winning team, which means they have the capability to perform at the highest level. When they step onto the field for their first match of PSL 10, they will bring the same energy and determination that helped them succeed in the past seasons. This makes it certain that Islamabad United will give Peshawar Zalmi a tough time.
Now, let’s analyze the squads of both teams to determine which side has the more dangerous players who can lead their team to victory.
Starting with Islamabad United, they have Shadab Khan as their captain, along with star all-rounders like Imad Wasim and Jason Holder. This makes them a well-balanced team with a strong combination of top-order hitters, middle-order batsmen, and a lethal pace attack.
In terms of batting, Islamabad United boasts players like Colin Munro, Azam Khan, and Rassie van der Dussen, all of whom are aggressive batsmen. Munro, in particular, had a strike rate of over 150 in the last season, making their batting lineup extremely dangerous.
Moving on to the pace attack, Islamabad United has Naseem Shah and Rumman Raees, both of whom are skilled in swing and fast bowling, consistently delivering speeds of over 145 km/h. Additionally, they have specialist death-over bowlers and promising youngsters like Hunain Shah and Haider Ali, who can turn the game around at any moment.
On the other hand, looking at Peshawar Zalmi’s squad, they have a power hitter like Fakhar Zaman, an anchor player like Daryl Mitchell who can stabilize the innings, and a top-spin hitter like Sikandar Raza.
In the bowling department, they possess experienced and lethal bowlers such as Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Zaman Khan, and David Wiese.
However, discussing weaknesses, Shaheen Afridi is currently out of form, and Haris Rauf is also struggling with consistency. Fakhar Zaman has been playing well, but the overall inconsistency of some key players might be a challenge for Peshawar Zalmi in this match.
Who will Win the IU Vs LQ Match and why?
According to our expert analysis, Islamabad United holds a strong advantage in this match. Based on current form and squad balance, there is a 60% chance of Islamabad United winning, while Peshawar Zalmi stands at 40%.
Islamabad United has a well-balanced squad, with Shadab Khan leading the team and a solid bowling attack backing them up. Their combination of experienced all-rounders, aggressive batsmen, and strong pacers gives them the edge.
However, on the other hand, Peshawar Zalmi has match-winners like Fakhar Zaman and Daryl Mitchell, who have the potential to turn the game around if they perform well. But even with that, on paper, Islamabad United appears to be the stronger team and is expected to win this match.
