Lahore Qalandars Squad 2024 Reflects a Journey of Battle
By Newztodays Team
Lahore Qalandars Squad 2024 has made head to head records in fighting with its rivals in series of PSL. Now, the squad is again ready to jump into fight against its rivals in upcoming PSL 9 matches.
Lahore Qalandars, known for their unyielding spirit, faced rivals Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators in intense competitions.
Their rivalry with Quetta Gladiators showcased a balanced performance with a 50% win rate, while matches against Multan Sultans were closely contested, achieving a 46.15% win rate.
However, their success rate dropped to 36.66% against Karachi Kings, and they found victories harder to come by against Islamabad United and Peshawar Zalmi, with win percentages of 44.33% and 43.33%, respectively.
International Records
Venturing beyond the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lahore Qalandars played against teams like Hobart Hurricanes, Yorkshire Vikings, and Titans in 2018, winning all these matches with a 100% success rate.
However, their 2020 match against MCC ended in a loss, resulting in a 0% win rate in these international games. Check Out PSL Schedule 2024
Batting Records
Fakhar Zaman leads with 1936 runs in 62 matches since 2017. Sohail Akhtar contributed 774 runs over 42 matches from 2018 to 2022.
Mohammad Hafeez scored 679 runs in 28 matches with an average of 33.78, while Umar Akmal’s 556 runs in 20 matches exhibited an average of 32.70. Ben Dunk from Australia amassed 472 runs in 23 matches, averaging 27.76.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| International Records | Played against Hobart Hurricanes, Yorkshire Vikings, Titans in 2018, winning all matches. Lost to MCC in 2020. |
| Batting Records | Fakhar Zaman: 1936 runs in 62 matches; Sohail Akhtar: 774 runs in 42 matches; Mohammad Hafeez: 679 runs in 28 matches; Umar Akmal: 556 runs in 20 matches; Ben Dunk: 472 runs in 23 matches. |
| Top Wicket Takers | Shaheen Afridi: 75 wickets in 53 matches; Haris Rauf: 49 wickets in 42 matches; David Wiese: 28 wickets in 35 matches; Rashid Khan: 24 wickets in 17 matches; Yasir Shah: 23 wickets in 23 matches. |
| Highest Chase | Chased 200/6 in 20 overs against Multan Sultans with 204/4, winning by 6 wickets. |
| Highest Total | 209/5 against Gladiators in Lahore (Mar 3, 2020); 206/5 against Sultans in Karachi (Jan 29, 2022); 204/4 against Sultans in Sharjah (Feb 22, 2019). |
| Lowest Total | 59 against Zalmi in Dubai (Feb 12, 2017); 78 against Zalmi (Feb 17, 2019); 89 against Sultans (Jun 18, 2021). |
Top Wicket Takers
Shaheen Afridi leads with 75 wickets in 53 matches since 2018, averaging 20.65. Haris Rauf has taken 49 wickets in 42 matches, with an average of 29.14.
David Wiese claimed 28 wickets in 35 matches, averaging 28.64 since 2019. Rashid Khan, with 24 wickets in 17 matches, averaged 16.66. Yasir Shah, before concluding in 2019, took 23 wickets in 23 matches, averaging 25.21.
Highest Chase
Lahore Qalandars excelled in run chases in the PSL, notably chasing 200/6 in 20 overs against Multan Sultans with a score of 204/4, winning by 6 wickets.
Highest Total
The team set high totals in various matches, including a significant 209/5 against Gladiators in Lahore on March 3, 2020.
Other notable totals were 206/5 against Sultans in Karachi on January 29, 2022, and 204/4 against Sultans in Sharjah on February 22, 2019.
Lowest Total
Their lowest totals include 59 against Zalmi in Dubai on February 12, 2017, 78 against Zalmi on February 17, 2019, and 89 against Sultans on June 18, 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Home Ground | Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan |
| Owners | Fawad Rana and Sameen Rana |
| Captain | Shaheen Afridi |
| Coach | Aaqib Javed, Director of Cricket Operations and Head Coach |
| Merchandise | Available on their website and selected retailers |
| Performance in PSL | Evolving journey with titles and significant milestones |
| Star Players | Shaheen Afridi, Rashid Khan, among others |
| Support | Engage with their social media, attend matches, and wear their merchandise |
| Beyond Cricket | Community-centric programs, talent nurturing, and philanthropy |
| Training Sessions | Occasionally open to the public; check official channels for updates |
