PES vs QUE Dream11 Prediction, PSL 2025: The excitement is set to continue in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 as Peshawar Zalmi (PES) lock horns with Quetta Gladiators (QUE) in the 2nd match of the tournament.
Scheduled at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on April 12 at 4:00 PM IST, this clash promises fireworks, with both teams raring to kick off their campaigns with a win.

The two teams have a rich history of fierce encounters, with PES leading the head-to-head count 13-10. With the Champions Trophy 2025 just around the corner, all eyes are on the PSL for quality cricketing action. The likes of Babar Azam, Finn Allen, Mohammad Haris, and Abrar Ahmed add star power to this already fiery contest.
The Rawalpindi pitch traditionally offers help to both pacers and spinners. It's not your typical batting paradise, with bowlers having a significant say, especially in the Powerplay and death overs. Batters will have to build their innings carefully and avoid playing rash shots.
The weather forecast for April 12 suggests a clear and sunny day with temperatures hovering around 22°C. As the game starts in the afternoon, dew won't be a factor, making the toss even more crucial. Teams winning the toss might look to bat first and put pressure on the opposition under daylight conditions.
Peshawar Zalmi look strong on paper, with Babar Azam leading the charge. His consistency at the top will be key, supported by the aggressive Saim Ayub and versatile Tom Kohler-Cadmore. Mohammad Haris is the X-factor, while Alzarri Joseph and Luke Wood will spearhead the bowling.
Quetta Gladiators, meanwhile, boast an explosive top-order with Finn Allen and Kusal Mendis. Saud Shakeel will lead the side with experience, while Rilee Rossouw and Mark Chapman add steel in the middle. Mohammad Amir, Faheem Ashraf, and Abrar Ahmed form a potent bowling trio that can rattle even the best lineups.
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Haris, Kusal Mendis
Batters: Babar Azam, Rilee Rossouw, Saim Ayub, Saud Shakeel
All-rounders: Faheem Ashraf, Hussain Talat
Bowlers: Mohammad Amir, Luke Wood, Nahid Rana
Captain Choices: Babar Azam, Mohammad Haris
Vice-Captain Choices: Luke Wood, Faheem Ashraf
No major injury concerns have been reported from either camp. Both teams are expected to field their strongest possible XI, with an eye on setting the tone early in the tournament. Final line-ups will depend on last-minute assessments and pitch conditions.
Peshawar Zalmi (PES): Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore (WK), Mohammad Haris, Najibullah Zadran, Hussain Talat, Abdul Samad, Alzarri Joseph, Mohammad Ali, Arif Yaqoob, Nahid Rana.
Quetta Gladiators (QUE): Finn Allen, Kusal Mendis (WK), Saud Shakeel (C), Mark Chapman, Hasan Nawaz, Khawaja Nafay, Faheem Ashraf, Kyle Jamieson, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Wasim Jr.
Peshawar Zalmi Squad: Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (WK), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Max Bryant, Hussain Talat, Mitchell Owen, George Linde, Alzarri Joseph, Nahid Rana, Luke Wood, Ahmed Daniyal, Maaz Sadaqat, Mehran Mumtaz, Mohammad Ali.
Quetta Gladiators Squad: Finn Allen, Kusal Mendis(w), Rilee Rossouw, Shoaib Malik, Hasan Nawaz, Mark Chapman, Saud Shakeel(c), Faheem Ashraf, Sean Abbott, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Haseebullah Khan, Mohammad Zeeshan, Ali Majid, Khawaja Nafay, Khurram Shahzad, Usman Tariq, Danish Aziz, Abrar Ahmed, Kyle Jamieson.