ISL vs LAH Toss Update, Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – PSL 2025, Match 1

ISL vs LAH, PSL 2025: Dream11 Predictions for Match 1 [Source: @weRcricket, @hafeezkhan239/x.com]

Islamabad United (ISL) will take on the Lahore Qalandars (LAH) in the first match of the PSL 2025. This match will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan on April 11 at 9:00 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

ISL vs LAH Toss Update

Islamabad United have won the toss and they will field first

Hot Picks for ISL vs LAH Dream11 Team Today

Islamabad United

Colin Munro

The Kiwi batter is known for his power hitting at the top of the order. Colin Munro can impact a game very early and give you decisive fantasy points.

Shadab Khan

The Islamabad Skipper will be looking to leave his impact in the PSL opener with both the bat and the ball. Shadab Khan can be a key pick as he will give important points in both innings of the game.

Naseem Shah

The right-arm Pakistani pacer will be one of the key cogs in the Islamabad bowling attack. Naseem Shah's ability to get a bit of movement with the new ball and trouble the top order batters makes him a key pick for the game. 

Lahore Qalandars

Fakhar Zaman

The left-handed opener has the ability to win games for his team single handedly with his power hitting at the top of the order. Fakhar Zaman will be a key player for the Lahore Qalandars and will be an important pick for the game.

Sikandar Raza

The Zimbabwean superstar will be looking to impact this match with both the bat and the ball. Sikandar Raza has the uncanny knack of emerging as a match winner with both of his trades and hence could be an important choice for the fantasy contests. 

Shaheen Afridi

When it comes to PSL, Shaheen Afridi unlocks his batting ability. Over the past few seasons, Afridi has shown that he can be utility pick contributing effectively with both his trades. 

ISL vs LAH Match 1 Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - The skies are expected to be clear during the game. As reported by AccuWeather, the highest temperature will be around 20°C and there is a very little chance of rain.

Pitch - Unlike most pitches in Pakistan, the track at Rawalpindi provides a balanced surface. It will have something on it for players of all trades. It is expected that the bowlers will get something from the track throughout the match. The batters need to bat careful in the initial stages to be successful on this track.

Rawalpindi Stadium, Rawalpindi- Record Of Chasing Teams

In the seven matches that were played at the venue in PSL 2024, three matches were won by the team chasing. This shows that the toss does not play a huge role in determining the outcome of the game.

ISL vs LAH Match 1 Captain And Vice-captain Picks

ISL vs LAH Match 1 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

ISL vs LAH, PSL 2025: Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Sam Billings, Azam Khan
Batters: Colin Munro, Fakhar Zaman, Shahibzada Farhan
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Matthew Short, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah

Captain: Fakhar Zaman
Vice-captain: Colin Munro

ISL vs LAH Match 1 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

ISL vs LAH, Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Sam Billings, Azam Khan
Batters: Colin Munro, Daryl Mitchell, Fakhar Zaman
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Matthew Short
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Zaman Khan

Captain: Azam Khan
Vice-captain: Sikandar Raza

ISL vs LAH Match 1 Expert Advice

The pitch at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will be a good one for players of all trades. The best way to go for the fantasy contests of this game is to pick a balanced team with player from all the sections.

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