PSL 10: Quetta Gladiators Create History with Record-Breaking Total Against Islamabad United
May 7, 2025 will go down as a landmark date in PSL history, as Quetta Gladiators delivered a sensational performance against Islamabad United in Rawalpindi, setting a new league record with an astounding 263/3 — the highest team total ever recorded in the Pakistan Super League.
In a match filled with fireworks, Hassan Nawaz and Rilee Rossouw unleashed a brutal assault on Islamabad’s bowling attack. Their partnership powered Quetta past the previous highest total in the PSL — 262/3, which was ironically set by Multan Sultans against the Gladiators in 2023.
A Century of Destruction
Quetta’s innings didn’t start smoothly. Both openers were dismissed early within the powerplay, creating a hint of vulnerability. But what followed was pure dominance.
- Rilee Rossouw smashed 104 off 46 balls, featuring 14 fours and 6 sixes, with a remarkable strike rate of 226.08.
- Hassan Nawaz, previously seen as a rising talent, came of age with an unbeaten 100 off 45 balls, hitting 9 sixes and anchoring the innings until the end.
Together, the pair added 134 runs in just 10 overs, swinging the momentum completely in Quetta’s favor and rewriting the record books.
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Historic Milestones Reached
- Highest ever PSL team total: 263/3
- First time two batters from the same team scored centuries in a single PSL match
- Second time Gladiators crossed 250+ in Rawalpindi — both at a loss and now a triumph
Top 5 Highest Team Totals in PSL History:
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate | Inns | Opposition | Ground | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladiators | 263/3 | 20.0 | 13.15 | 1 | vs United | Rawalpindi | 7 May 2025 |
| Sultans | 262/3 | 20.0 | 13.10 | 1 | vs Gladiators | Rawalpindi | 11 Mar 2023 |
| Gladiators | 253/8 | 20.0 | 12.65 | 2 | vs Sultans | Rawalpindi | 11 Mar 2023 |
| United | 247/2 | 20.0 | 12.35 | 1 | vs Zalmi | Abu Dhabi | 17 Jun 2021 |
| Sultans | 245/3 | 20.0 | 12.25 | 1 | vs Gladiators | Lahore | 18 Feb 2022 |
Gladiators Send a Strong Message
This extraordinary performance not only secured a massive win but also signaled Quetta Gladiators’ serious intent for the PSL 10 title. With momentum, firepower, and confidence, they’re no longer just league leaders — they’re title favorites.
