KEY POINTS
- Farhan leads the run charts with 394 runs, looking to earn Hanif Mohammad Cap
- Abbas Afridi tops the wicket tally with 17 scalps, nears to claim the Fazal Mahmood Cap
- Power-hitter Hassan Nawaz dominates the sixes leaderboard with 23 maximums
- Rilee Rossouw takes the most catches (11)
- Compared to PSL 9, this season has seen a dip in individual performance, with Babar Azam’s 569 runs and Usama Mir’s 24 wickets from last year.
ISLAMABAD: With the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 heading into its final stretch, Islamabad United’s Sahibzada Farhan leads the batting charts with 394 runs, while Karachi Kings’ Abbas Afridi tops the wicket-takers with 17 scalps.
The PSL 10 is heading toward its grand finale at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on May 25. Sahibzada Farhan is set to wear the Hanif Mohammad Cap for most runs, and Abbas Afridi is leading the race for the Fazal Mahmood Cap for most wickets.
With just four matches remaining – the Qualifier, two Eliminators, and the all-important Final, the buzz is building, and the race for glory is igniting passion on the pitch and in the stands alike.
Islamabad United’s opener Sahibzada Farhan has been the batting revelation of the season. Scoring a total of 394 runs in 10 matches, Farhan has not only topped the run charts but also dazzled with a fiery strike rate of 154.50.
His elegant 106-run knock was a tournament highlight and crucial in Islamabad’s record-setting 251/5 against Karachi — the second-highest total of PSL 10.
PSLX: Top Run-Scorers
| Player | Team | Matches | Innings | Runs | Strike Rate | High Score | Average |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Islamabad United | 10 | 10 | 394 | 154.50 | 106 | 39.40 |
| James Vince | Quetta Gladiators | 10 | 10 | 374 | 152.03 | 101 | 41.55 |
| Fakhar Zaman | Lahore Qalandars | 10 | 10 | 369 | 155.04 | 76 | 36.90 |
| Mohammad Rizwan | Multan Sultans | 10 | 10 | 367 | 139.54 | 105* | 52.42 |
| Hasan Nawaz | Quetta Gladiators | 10 | 8 | 317 | 159.29 | 100* | 63.40 |
Sahibzada Farhan’s consistency under pressure and his ability to dominate bowling attacks kept him ahead of Karachi’s James Vince (374 runs) and Lahore’s Fakhar Zaman (369 runs).
With 20 sixes, Farhan is also among the tournament’s top power-hitters, demonstrating his all-round prowess with the bat.
In a season defined by high scores and aggressive batting, Abbas Afridi of Karachi Kings emerged as the league’s most effective bowler.
The young pacer claimed 17 wickets in 10 games, including a best of 4/27, and maintained a bowling average of 20.64.
PSLX: Most Wickets
| Player | Team | Matches | Innings | Runs Conceded | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Average |
| Abbas Afridi | Karachi Kings | 10 | 10 | 351 | 17 | 4/27 | 10.02 | 20.64 |
| Abrar Ahmed | Quetta Gladiators | 10 | 10 | 273 | 15 | 4/42 | 18.20 | 16.78 |
| Jason Holder | Islamabad United | 8 | 8 | 281 | 15 | 4/25 | 9.36 | 18.73 |
| Hasan Ali | Quetta Gladiators | 9 | 9 | 265 | 15 | 4/28 | 9.01 | 20.73 |
| Faheem Ashraf | Quetta Gladiators | 10 | 10 | 232 | 14 | 5/33 | 10.97 | 19.07 |
While his economy rate of 10.02 reflected the batting-friendly conditions, Afridi’s knack for taking wickets at crucial junctures gave his team an edge.
He edged past close contenders Abrar Ahmed (15 wickets) and Jason Holder (15 wickets) to earn the prestigious Silver Cap heading into the playoffs.
Most Sixes in PSLX
One of the brightest young talents, Hassan Nawaz of Quetta Gladiators, dominated the sixes leaderboard with 23 maximums in just 199 balls faced.
He also stunned with an unbeaten century (100*), playing a pivotal role in Quetta’s record-breaking 263/3 against Islamabad United — the highest total of the season. Previously, it was Saim Ayub who hit 21 maximums in the 9th PSL.
Most Catches in PSLX
Quetta’s Rilee Rossouw showed his class in the field with 11 catches in 9 games, the most by any fielder this season.
Abdul Samad of Peshawar, though playing only five matches, averaged an astounding 1.8 catches per innings, showing his value as a game-changer in the outfield.
Playoff Picture: Four Matches, One Trophy
With the league phase wrapped up, four matches remain to decide the champion of PSL 10:
Qualifier: Top two teams battle for a direct ticket to the final.
Eliminator 1 & 2: The next best face off in must-win matches.
The Final: Gaddafi Stadium, May 25 — where PSL 10 will crown its ultimate victor.
Top Performers – PSL 10 So Far
Green Cap (Hanif Mohammad Award)- (Most Runs): Sahibzada Farhan (Islamabad United) – 394 runs
Maroon Cap (Fazal Mahmood)- (Most Wickets): Abbas Afridi (Karachi Kings) – 17 wickets
Most Sixes: Hassan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators) – 23 sixes
Most Catches: Rilee Rossouw (Quetta Gladiators) – 11 catches
PSL-9 (2024): Top Run Scorers
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Fours | Sixes |
| Babar Azam | 11 | 11 | 569 | 56.90 | 142.61 | 63 | 12 |
| Usman Khan | 7 | 7 | 430 | 107.50 | 164.12 | 52 | 11 |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 12 | 12 | 407 | 33.92 | 122.22 | 33 | 15 |
| Rassie van der Dussen | 7 | 7 | 364 | 72.80 | 154.89 | 25 | 16 |
| Saim Ayub | 11 | 11 | 345 | 31.36 | 157.53 | 27 | 21 |
Last season of PSL-9 in 2024, Babar Azam reigned supreme with 569 runs at a stunning average of 56.90, while Usman Khan made waves with 430 runs in just 7 innings, averaging a whopping 107.50. The 2024 top five were all prolific, aggressive, and consistent, with most striking at over 150.
Sahibzada Farhan, while impressive with 394 runs, still falls significantly short of Babar’s 2024 benchmark. Similarly, Mohammad Rizwan, who scored 407 last season, managed only 367 this year, albeit with a better average in 2025.
Even Fakhar Zaman, known for his explosive starts, couldn’t replicate his past form, and the likes of James Vince and Hasan Nawaz emerged as fresh contenders but without eclipsing last year’s giants.
The drop in tall scores and averages reflects either better bowling attacks this season, or simply a dip in individual consistency.
PSL-9 (2024): Most Wickets
| Player | Matches | Overs | Balls | Wickets | Average | Runs Conceded | 4-fers | 5-fers |
| Usama Mir | 12 | 46.5 | 281 | 24 | 15.88 | 381 | – | 1 |
| Mohammad Ali | 12 | 43.0 | 258 | 19 | 18.63 | 354 | – | – |
| Abrar Ahmed | 10 | 40.0 | 240 | 16 | 19.56 | 313 | – | – |
| David Willey | 11 | 41.0 | 246 | 15 | 20.40 | 306 | – | – |
| Naseem Shah | 11 | 44.0 | 264 | 15 | 22.20 | 333 | – | – |
In PSL 9 (2024), the bowling charts were dominated by a group of elite performers who consistently delivered under pressure.
Usama Mir led the pack with a sensational 24 wickets in 12 matches, boasting an average of 15.88 and capping his campaign with a brilliant five-wicket haul – the only one among the top five.
Close behind was Mohammad Ali, who claimed 19 wickets at an impressive average of 18.63, proving to be a reliable strike bowler throughout the season.
Abrar Ahmed, with his mystery spin, picked up 16 wickets in 10 games, maintaining a strong average of 19.56.
Left-arm seamer David Willey and pace ace Naseem Shah rounded out the top five, each grabbing 15 wickets, with Willey averaging 20.40 and Naseem 22.20.
Their consistent breakthroughs and economical spells were instrumental in keeping PSL 9 highly competitive and low-scoring by modern T20 standards.
