PSL 2025 Team of the Tournament: Stars Who Shone Bright
A dramatic season of the Pakistan Super League concluded with the Lahore Qalandars lifting the trophy after a tense final against the Quetta Gladiators. With the dust settled, here is a look at the standout performers who made the CRICHD Team of the Tournament.
Sahibzada Farhan (Islamabad United)
449 runs | Avg: 37.41 | SR: 152.20 | 1 hundred, 3 fifties
Carrying his fine domestic form into the PSL, Sahibzada Farhan stood out as the season’s top scorer. His 52-ball 106 early on set the tone, and three more half-centuries kept United strong at the top. Farhan’s consistency marked him as one of the league’s elite openers.
Fakhar Zaman (Lahore Qalandars)
439 runs | Avg: 33.76 | SR: 152.96 | 4 fifties
Plagued by injuries and whispers of retirement, Fakhar Zaman answered in style. The veteran opener was the tournament’s second-highest run-getter and set the tone for Qalandars’ title charge, proving once again how valuable he remains to Pakistan cricket.
Kusal Perera (wk) (Lahore Qalandars)
170 runs | Avg: 56.66 | SR: 173.46 | 2 fifties
Despite featuring in only four games, Kusal Perera made a huge impact. Brought in as a replacement, the Sri Lankan delivered in each must-win contest. His unbeaten 62 in the final earned him the Player of the Match award and played a decisive role in Qalandars’ triumph.
Hasan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators)
399 runs | Avg: 57.00 | SR: 162.19 | 1 hundred, 3 fifties
After a mixed international debut, Hasan Nawaz found remarkable consistency for Quetta. Scoring 313 runs in his last five innings, he lit up the league with a 100*, a last-ball six to seal a chase, and a brilliant 76 in the final, showcasing nerves of steel.
Shadab Khan (Islamabad United)
173 runs | Avg: 24.71 | SR: 155.85 | 14 wickets | Avg: 16.57 | Econ: 7.9
It was not flashy, but Shadab Khan delivered with both bat and ball. As captain, he would have wanted more from United, but his 14 wickets and useful runs showed a return to solid all-round form.
Sikandar Raza (Lahore Qalandars)
254 runs | Avg: 42.33 | SR: 169.33 | 10 wickets | Avg: 17.2 | Econ: 7.75
The Zimbabwe all-rounder was once again invaluable. Raza made telling contributions throughout the tournament, from vital runs to key breakthroughs. His performances in crunch matches, especially the final, underlined his importance to the Qalandars’ campaign.
Jason Holder (Islamabad United)
15 wickets | Econ: 9.36 | 69 runs | Avg: 34.50 | SR: 164.28
Jason Holder was superb before missing the playoffs. With two four-wicket hauls and handy batting cameos, he was central to United’s success in the group stages. His absence was felt deeply once the league resumed.
Faheem Ashraf (Quetta Gladiators)
17 wickets | Econ: 11.19 | 163 runs | SR: 155.23
A surprise draft pick turned into a game-changer. Though expensive, Faheem Ashraf’s knack for breakthroughs made him one of the leading wicket-takers. He also chipped in with crucial late-order hitting, including vital runs in the final.
Shaheen Shah Afridi (c) (Lahore Qalandars)
19 wickets | Avg: 16.42 | Econ: 7.76
The league’s top wicket-taker, Shaheen Afridi, saved his best for the knockout stages. His opening bursts in the qualifier and final dismantled batting line-ups, silencing critics as he lifted a third PSL title as captain.
Abrar Ahmed (Quetta Gladiators)
17 wickets | Avg: 19.23 | Econ: 7.34
Abrar Ahmed confirmed his status as the league’s most effective spinner. Hard to read and difficult to score off, he regularly broke partnerships and finished among the top wicket-takers of the season.
Luke Wood (Peshawar Zalmi)
11 wickets | Avg: 18.90 | Econ: 7.13
In a season dominated by batters, Luke Wood stood out with his control. The Zalmi left-armer bowled with pace and smart variations, finishing as the most economical bowler of the tournament despite little support from the other end.