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KAR vs QUE Match 8 Statistical Preview: Key Stats, Records And Head To Head Ahead Of The PSL 2025 Clash

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Karachi Kings (KAR) will take on Quetta Gladiators (QUE) in Match 8 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 on Friday, April 18 at the National Stadium, Karachi. The high-octane clash is scheduled to kick off at 8:30 PM IST and promises to be a thriller with both teams eager to bounce back after recent defeats.

Karachi Kings began their campaign with a win over Multan Sultans, chasing down a tricky target with four wickets in hand. However, in their following game against Lahore Qalandars, they suffered a massive 65-run loss which exposed concerns in their batting depth.

Similarly, Quetta Gladiators also started strong, registering a convincing win over Peshawar Zalmi in their opener. But their momentum took a hit when they were humbled by Lahore Qalandars, losing by 79 runs in a one-sided contest.

KAR vs QUE Head To Head Overview

The Karachi vs Quetta head to head rivalry has largely been dominated by Quetta Gladiators over the years. Out of 18 encounters, Quetta have emerged victorious 12 times while Karachi have managed to win only 6 matches.

Karachi Kings And Quetta Gladiators Probable Playing XI

Karachi Kings

David Warner (c), Tim Seifert (wk), James Vince, Shan Masood, Arafat Minhas, Irfan Khan, Khushdil Shah, Hasan Ali, Abbas Afridi, Adam Milne, Fawad Ali

Quetta Gladiators

Saud Shakeel (c), Finn Allen, Hasan Nawaz, Kusal Mendis (wk), Rilee Rossouw, Shoaib Malik, Faheem Ashraf, Akeal Hosein, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir, Usman Tariq

Top Run-Scorers in KAR vs QUE

We are considering only the players present in the current squad.

Rilee Rossouw

In 8 innings against Karachi Kings, Rilee Rossouw has smashed 192 runs at a healthy average of 27.42 and a strike rate of 120. He also has a highest score of 76* to his name.

James Vince

James Vince has scored 168 runs in 6 outings against Quetta at an average of 28.00 and a strike rate of 119.14, including 22 boundaries and 3 sixes.

Tim Seifert

Though new to the rivalry, Tim Seifert has impressed early, scoring 70 runs in 2 innings at a blistering strike rate of 166.66 with a top score of 49.

Top Wicket-Takers in KAR vs QUE

We are considering only the players present in the current squad.

Naseem Shah

Naseem Shah has picked up 12 wickets in 8 matches against Karachi at an exceptional average of 14.33 with best figures of of 5/20.

Hasan Ali

In just 2 matches against Quetta, Hasan Ali has taken 6 wickets at an average of 9.00, including a stunning 4/15 spell.

Mohammad Amir

Mohammad Amir has played 12 matches against Karachi, bagging 6 wickets at a high average of 51.66, though his economy remains under 7.

KAR vs QUE Key Stats

Karachi Kings’ Key Records

  • Karachi Kings have lost 5 of their last 6 matches against Quetta Gladiators.
  • Karachi have managed just 2 wins in 7 PSL games at National Stadium, Karachi, against Quetta.
  • James Vince has scored 59 runs in 2 innings vs Quetta at this venue at a strike rate of 151.28.
  • Vince vs Amir in PSL: 12 runs off 5 balls, 0 dismissals.
  • Hasan Ali vs Saud Shakeel: 4 balls, 1 run, 2 dismissals, a clear upper hand for the pacer.

Quetta Gladiators’ Key Records

  • Quetta have won 5 of their last 6 PSL games against Karachi Kings.
  • They boast a strong record at the National Stadium, winning 5 of 7 matches against Karachi at this venue.
  • Abrar Ahmed has taken 3 wickets in a single match against Karachi at this ground with an economy of 7.75.
  • Rilee Rossouw vs Hasan Ali: 101 runs off 59 balls, no dismissals, strike rate of 171.2.
  • Abrar Ahmed vs Tim Seifert: 1 dismissal in just 7 balls for only 3 runs.

Records Which Could Be Broken In KAR vs QUE Match 8 Of PSL 2025

  • Rilee Rossouw needs 20 runs to reach 2100 PSL runs.
  • Rossouw also needs 2 fours to complete 200 PSL fours.
  • Shan Masood is 6 runs away from reaching 1500 PSL runs.
  • Khushdil Shah is 10 sixes short of completing 50 PSL sixes.
  • Abbas Afridi needs 5 wickets to reach the 50-wicket mark in PSL.
  • Hasan Ali is tied with Wahab Riaz as the leading wicket-taker in PSL (113 wickets). He needs just 1 more wicket to hold the top spot outright.
  • Mohammad Amir needs 5 wickets to break into the top 5 of all-time PSL wicket-takers.