Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators, 2nd Match, PSL 2026: Live Stream, Score and Preview
Karachi Kings take on Quetta Gladiators in Match 2 of PSL 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Friday, 27 March 2026. This is one of the tournament’s oldest rivalries and both sides want to get their campaign off to a winning start on Day 2 of the season.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | PSL 2026, Match 2 |
| Date | Friday, 27 March 2026 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Time | 7:00 PM PKT |
| Toss | To be decided |
| Crowd | Closed doors |
Match Overview
David Warner captains Karachi Kings while Quetta are led by Saud Shakeel. Karachi come in with a fresh-looking side built around overseas firepower, while Quetta finished as runners-up last PSL season and enter 2026 with real confidence. Both teams have genuine match winners and this fixture should be one of the more competitive games early in the tournament. Check the full PSL 2026 schedule for all upcoming fixtures.
Playing XIs
| Karachi Kings | Quetta Gladiators |
|---|---|
| David Warner (c) | Saud Shakeel (c) |
| Muhammad Waseem | Rilee Rossouw |
| Reeza Hendricks | Khawaja Nafay |
| Salman Agha | Ben McDermott (wk) |
| Azam Khan (wk) | Sam Harper |
| Moeen Ali | Bevon Jacobs |
| Khushdil Shah | Tom Curran |
| Abbas Afridi | Brett Hampton |
| Hasan Ali | Alzarri Joseph |
| Adam Zampa | Abrar Ahmed |
| Mir Hamza | Usman Tariq |
Head to Head: Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators (PSL)
In 20 PSL meetings, Quetta Gladiators hold a commanding lead over Karachi Kings with 13 wins against just 7.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Quetta Gladiators Wins | 13 |
| Karachi Kings Wins | 7 |
| Overall Edge | Quetta Gladiators |
Last 2 Meetings
The two sides split their last two encounters in PSL 2025. Quetta edged a tight 5-run win in the most recent clash on 25 April 2025. Before that, Karachi bounced back with a dominant 56-run victory on 18 April 2025.
| Date | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| 25 April 2025 | Quetta Gladiators | 5 runs |
| 18 April 2025 | Karachi Kings | 56 runs |
Recent Form
Karachi Kings enter PSL 2026 fresh. Their batting lineup led by David Warner and Reeza Hendricks offers both firepower and experience at the top. Azam Khan, Khushdil Shah, and Salman Agha provide middle-order muscle, while Hasan Ali, Abbas Afridi, and Adam Zampa cover the bowling bases well across pace and spin.
Quetta Gladiators carry real momentum from last season. Abrar Ahmed is their biggest bowling weapon on dry Lahore pitches and Rilee Rossouw gives their batting serious threat at the top. Alzarri Joseph adds genuine pace at the death and can change a match very quickly.
Points Table After Match 1
| # | Team | M | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lahore Qalandars | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +3.450 |
| 2 | Karachi Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 3 | Quetta Gladiators | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 4 | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -3.450 |
Stay updated after tonight’s result on the live PSL 2026 points table.
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Gaddafi Stadium is hosting the bulk of the early PSL 2026 fixtures. The surface here is generally good for batting in the first half of the match, but it tends to slow down under lights as the evening settles. Spinners can get some grip later in the innings, which makes Abrar Ahmed and Adam Zampa key players in this fixture. Dew is possible if humidity builds after the 15-over mark, though Match 1 saw no dew at all due to wind and cloud cover.
Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators: Preview
This is PSL’s most familiar rivalry and tonight carries proper weight. Karachi have not been anywhere near a PSL final in recent years and Warner’s captaincy marks a genuine new era for the franchise. Quetta, on the other hand, are arguably the most consistent team in recent PSL history and know exactly how to handle big games.
Key battles to watch tonight:
- David Warner vs Abrar Ahmed: If Abrar ties Warner down early, Karachi’s top order pressure shifts fast
- Rilee Rossouw vs Hasan Ali: A powerplay battle that could define Quetta’s innings
- Alzarri Joseph vs Karachi’s middle order: Joseph at his best is almost unplayable and that is a serious concern
Quetta’s balance across all departments gives them an edge on paper, but Karachi with Warner and Moeen Ali in the same lineup can flip this at any moment.
Match Prediction
Quetta Gladiators start as slight favourites based on their head to head dominance and squad depth. Their spin attack with Abrar Ahmed and Usman Tariq on a dry Lahore surface could make life very difficult for Karachi’s batters. That said, Warner, Moeen Ali, and Khushdil Shah give Karachi enough firepower to chase or set any total.
Predicted Winner: Quetta Gladiators, though Karachi are very much capable of a big upset tonight.
Where to Watch KK vs QG Live
| Region | Platform |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | PTV, A Sports, Geo Super, Ten Sports, Tapmad, Tamasha, Myco |
| UK | ARY Digital, ARY Plus, Tapmad |
| Australia and New Zealand | ESPN |
| USA and Canada | Willow, Willow Sports |
| Bangladesh | T Sports, Tapmad |
| Rest of World | Tapmad |
FAQs
What time does Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators start?
The match starts at 7:00 PM PKT on 27 March 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Where can I watch KK vs QG live in Pakistan?
You can watch it live on PTV, A Sports, Geo Super, Ten Sports, Tapmad, Tamasha, and Myco.
Who is the captain of Karachi Kings in PSL 2026?
David Warner is the captain of Karachi Kings in PSL 2026.
Who leads Quetta Gladiators in PSL 2026?
Saud Shakeel is the captain of Quetta Gladiators in PSL 2026.
What is the head to head record between Karachi Kings and Quetta Gladiators?
In 20 PSL meetings, Quetta Gladiators lead with 13 wins compared to 7 for Karachi Kings.
Who will win KK vs QG in PSL 2026 Match 2?
Quetta Gladiators are slight favourites based on squad balance and head to head record, but Karachi have the firepower to cause an upset.
