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PSL 2025 Points Table Updated on May 18: Karachi Kings beat Peshawar Zalmi, Multan Sultans, Lahore Qalandars, Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United

PSL 2025 Points Table Updated on May 18: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season is heating up as the competition heads into its final stages. As of May 6, Quetta Gladiators sit comfortably at the top of the points table with 13 points from nine matches, thanks to a dominant run that includes six wins and just two losses. Also read: Most Wickets in PSL 2025, Most Runs in PSL 2025

Karachi Kings and Islamabad United are neck and neck with 10 points each, but Karachi's superior net run rate places them second. Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi are locked in a tight mid-table battle, with just one point separating them, while Multan Sultans have had a forgettable campaign, managing only a single win from nine outings and languishing at the bottom with a negative NRR of -2.708.

PSL 2025 Points Table Updated on May 18 Karachi Kings beat Peshawar Zalmi Multan Sultans Lahore Qalandars Quetta Gladiators Islamabad United

The race for playoff spots remains intense, with Lahore and Peshawar needing strong finishes to keep their hopes alive. Quetta's consistency and balance have made them the team to beat, while Karachi and Islamabad will aim to solidify their positions in the top four. Meanwhile, Multan's struggles have been a talking point this season, with their bowling attack faltering in crucial moments. As the final few league games approach, fans can expect high-octane clashes, unpredictable results, and a fierce battle for the knockout spots.

After a brief and tense suspension, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 has officially resumed on Saturday, May 17, following a break prompted by escalating political tensions between India and Pakistan. With calm restored and revised security arrangements in place, the tournament has returned with eight matches left to play, including four in the group stage and four playoff fixtures. The remaining matches are being held in Rawalpindi and Lahore, with the grand finale set for May 25 at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium. In today's first match after the restart, Karachi Kings secured a thrilling 2-wicket win over Peshawar Zalmi, boosting their chances of finishing in the top two of the points table.

Before today's match, Quetta Gladiators had already sealed their playoff berth with 13 points from nine games, while Karachi Kings and Islamabad United were locked at 10 points apiece. Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi remain in the hunt, but Zalmi's loss today has complicated their path to the knockout stage. Multan Sultans, with just one win from nine matches, are already out of contention. Overseas player availability continues to shape team strategies, with Karachi welcoming back stars like David Warner and James Vince, while Zalmi have reinforced their squad with new signings like Daniel Sams. As both the PSL and IPL resume simultaneously after their respective postponements, cricket fans across the subcontinent are gearing up for a blockbuster week of T20 action.

PSL 2025 Points Table on May 18

Rank Team M W L T N/R PT NRR Series Form
1 Quetta Gladiators (Q) 9 6 2 0 1 13 +1.530 W W NR W W
2 Karachi Kings (Q) 9 6 3 0 0 12 +0.514 W L W W W
3 Islamabad United 9 5 4 0 0 10 -0.044 W L L L L
4 Lahore Qalandars 9 4 4 0 1 9 +0.958 L W W NR L
5 Peshawar Zalmi 9 4 5 0 0 8 -0.176 W L W W L
6 Multan Sultans 9 1 8 0 0 2 -2.708 L L L L L
  • Updated at 12:03 PM PKT on May 18
  • The top four qualify for the playoffs
  • Glossary: Mat - Matches Played, NR - No Results, Pts - Points, NRR - Net run rate
  • Higher NRR determines position when two teams are tied on points
  • Highlighted teams are in action today

Next match and its possible implication on PSL Points Table

In the next match, two heavyweights will square off as table toppers and defending champions Islamabad United will take on three-time champions Lahore Qalandars. While Islamabad United will look to seal their playoff berth with a win in their next match, Qalandars will prefer a victory to keep away from the bottom half of the table.

Pakistan Super League 2025 Schedule

Date Match Venue Time/ Result
Apr 11, Fri Islamabad United vs Lahore Qalandars Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium IU won by 8 wickets
Apr 12, Sat Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium QG won by 80 runs
Apr 12, Sat Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans National Stadium, Karachi KK won by 4 wickets
Apr 13, Sun Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium LQ won by 79 runs
Apr 14, Mon Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium IU won by 102 runs
Apr 15, Tue Karachi Kings vs Lahore Qalandars National Stadium, Karachi LQ won by 65 runs
Apr 16, Wed Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium IU won by 47 runs
Apr 18, Fri Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators National Stadium, Karachi KK won by 56 runs
Apr 19, Sat Multan Sultans vs Peshawar Zalmi Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium PZ won by 120 runs
Apr 20, Sun Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United National Stadium, Karachi IU won by 6 wickets
Apr 21, Mon Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi National Stadium, Karachi KK won by 2 wickets
Apr 22, Tue Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars Multan Cricket Stadium MS won by 33 runs
Apr 23, Wed Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United Multan Cricket Stadium IU won by 7 wickets
Apr 24, Thu Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore LQ won by 7 wickets
Apr 25, Fri Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore QG won by 6 runs
Apr 26, Sat Lahore Qalandars vs Multan Sultans Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore LQ won by 5 wickets
Apr 27, Sun Peshawar Zalmi vs Quetta Gladiators Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore QG won by 64 runs
Apr 29, Tue Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore QG won by 10 wickets
Apr 30, Wed Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore LQ won by 88 runs
May 01, Thu Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings Multan Cricket Stadium KK won by 87 runs
May 01, Thu Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore No result
May 02, Fri Islamabad United vs Peshawar Zalmi Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore PZ won by 6 wickets
May 03, Sat Islamabad United vs Quetta Gladiators Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore QG won by 2 wickets
May 04, Sun Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore KK won by 4 wickets
May 05, Mon Multan Sultans vs Peshawar Zalmi Multan Cricket Stadium PZ won by 7 wickets
May 07, Wed Islamabad United vs Quetta Gladiators Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium QG won by 109 runs
May 17, Sat Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium KK won by 23 runs
May 18, Sun Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium 03:30 PM LOCAL / 04:00 PM IST
May 18, Sun Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars Multan Cricket Stadium 08:00 PM LOCAL / 08:30 PM IST
May 19, Mon Islamabad United vs Karachi Kings Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium 08:00 PM LOCAL / 08:30 PM IST
May 21, Wed Qualifier (1 vs 2) Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 08:00 PM LOCAL / 08:30 PM IST
May 22, Thu Eliminator 1 (3 vs 4) Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 08:00 PM LOCAL / 08:30 PM IST
May 23, Fri Eliminator 2 Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 08:00 PM LOCAL / 08:30 PM IST
May 25, Sun Final Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 08:00 PM LOCAL / 08:30 PM IST
Story first published: Sunday, May 18, 2025, 0:05 [IST]
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