The 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) ended in spectacular fashion, with Lahore Qalandars securing their third championship title under the dynamic leadership of Shaheen Shah Afridi. In a nerve-wracking final at Lahore’s iconic Gaddafi Stadium, the Qalandars chased down a formidable target of 202 to defeat Quetta Gladiators by six wickets with just one ball to spare.
Batting first, Quetta posted a competitive total of 201/9 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, Lahore Qalandars delivered a remarkable run-chase, anchored by Kushal Perera’s unbeaten 62. His calm and calculated innings earned him the Player of the Final award. A crucial late cameo by Sikandar Raza (22 off 7 balls) proved pivotal in tilting the game in Lahore’s favor.
PSL 10 Individual Awards:
- Player of the Final: Kushal Perera (Lahore Qalandars)
- Player of the Tournament: Hassan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators)
- Batter of the Tournament: Hassan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators)
- Best Bowler of the Tournament: Shaheen Shah Afridi (Lahore Qalandars)
- Best All-Rounder of the Tournament: Sikandar Raza (Lahore Qalandars)
- Emerging Player of the Tournament: Muhammad Naeem (Lahore Qalandars)
- Best Fielder of the Tournament: Abdul Samad (Peshawar Zalmi)
Prize Money:
- Winners – Lahore Qalandars: $500,000 (over PKR 140 million)
- Runners-up – Quetta Gladiators: $200,000 (over PKR 56 million)
This win cements Lahore Qalandars’ position as one of the most successful franchises in PSL history, with their third title under Shaheen Afridi’s captaincy. The thrilling finale and standout individual performances made PSL 10 a truly unforgettable season for cricket fans across Pakistan and beyond.
