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Gaddafi Stadium

Lahore, Pakistan·27,000 capacity·Est. 1959
Batting-friendly82 PSL matches hosted

About Gaddafi Stadium

Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is Pakistan's most iconic cricket venue and the spiritual home of Pakistan cricket. Built in 1959, it hosted the historic 1996 World Cup quarter-final and the unforgettable 2017 PSL final — the first PSL match ever played on Pakistani soil. The stadium has undergone multiple renovations, most recently ahead of PSL 2020, adding modern floodlights and improved seating. With the Lahore Qalandars as its resident franchise, Gaddafi Stadium delivers an electric atmosphere on match nights. The roar of 27,000 fans under the Lahore sky is one of cricket's most intense experiences. Its batting-friendly pitch and heavy dew in evening matches make it a high-scoring venue that fans and broadcasters love.

Also known as: Lahore Stadium, Fortress of Cricket

Facilities

Floodlights (LED upgraded 2024)Digital ScoreboardVIP Boxes & Corporate LoungesMedia CenterPlayers Gym & Recovery RoomsFood Courts (4 zones)Free Wi-Fi in Premium StandsFirst Aid & Medical RoomsWheelchair-Accessible Seating

Pitch Report

Batting-friendlyDew: High
Avg 1st Innings Score175
Avg 2nd Innings Score162
Pace Bowling Advantage
Spin Bowling Advantage

The Gaddafi Stadium pitch is a batting paradise in T20s. The surface is flat with true bounce and even carry, rewarding stroke-play. Heavy dew in the second innings makes chasing highly favorable — teams winning the toss overwhelmingly choose to field first. Spinners struggle for grip once the dew sets in.

Venue Records (PSL)

Highest Total

232/4

Lahore Qalandars, 2023

Lowest Total

99/10

Karachi Kings, 2022

Highest Individual Score

105* (55)

Fakhar Zaman, 2023

Best Bowling

5/16

Shaheen Shah Afridi, 2022

PSL 2026 Matches at Gaddafi Stadium

Match 1 · GroupCompleted

Lahore Qalandars182/4 (18.3 ov)

Multan Sultans178/7 (20 ov)

March 26, 20267:00 PM PKT

Lahore Qalandars won by 6 wickets

Match 4 · GroupCompleted

Hyderabad Kingsmen170/7 (20 ov)

Rawalpindi Pindiz178/6 (20 ov)

March 28, 20267:00 PM PKT

Rawalpindi Pindiz won by 8 runs

Match 5 · GroupCompleted

Lahore Qalandars185/3 (18.4 ov)

Karachi Kings181/6 (20 ov)

March 29, 20267:00 PM PKT

Lahore Qalandars won by 7 wickets

Match 16 · GroupUpcoming

Quetta Gladiators

Hyderabad Kingsmen

April 5, 20267:00 PM PKT
Match 17 · GroupUpcoming

Lahore Qalandars

Peshawar Zalmi

April 6, 20267:00 PM PKT
Match 24 · GroupUpcoming

Lahore Qalandars

Hyderabad Kingsmen

April 11, 20262:00 PM PKT
Match 28 · GroupUpcoming

Quetta Gladiators

Multan Sultans

April 13, 20267:00 PM PKT
Match 32 · GroupUpcoming

Lahore Qalandars

Islamabad United

April 16, 20262:00 PM PKT
Match 37 · GroupUpcoming

Lahore Qalandars

Rawalpindi Pindiz

April 19, 20262:00 PM PKT
Match 41 · QualifierUpcoming

Lahore Qalandars

Islamabad United

April 27, 20267:00 PM PKT
Match 43 · EliminatorUpcoming

Islamabad United

Multan Sultans

April 30, 20267:00 PM PKT
Match 44 · FinalUpcoming

Lahore Qalandars

Islamabad United

May 3, 20267:00 PM PKT
View full PSL 2026 schedule →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pitch like at Gaddafi Stadium for PSL matches?
Gaddafi Stadium has a batting-friendly pitch with true bounce. The average first innings T20 score is around 175. Heavy dew in the second innings favors the chasing team, so captains usually prefer to field first after winning the toss.
How do I buy tickets for PSL matches at Gaddafi Stadium?
Tickets for PSL matches at Gaddafi Stadium can be purchased through the official PCB website at pcb.com.pk/tickets. Prices range from PKR 500 for general enclosures to PKR 15,000 for VIP boxes. Online booking opens approximately one week before each match.
What are the best seats at Gaddafi Stadium?
For the best view, the Imran Khan Enclosure and Fazal Mahmood Enclosure offer elevated, centrally-placed seating. The premium stands (PKR 3,000-8,000) have cushioned seats with shade. For atmosphere, the general enclosures behind the bowler's arm are the loudest.
How do I get to Gaddafi Stadium from the airport?
Gaddafi Stadium is about 14 km from Allama Iqbal International Airport. A ride-hailing trip (Careem/InDrive) takes 25-35 minutes and costs around PKR 600-900. You can also take the Orange Line Metro from the airport area to Kalma Chowk station, which is a 10-minute walk from the stadium.
Are food and drinks available inside Gaddafi Stadium?
Yes, Gaddafi Stadium has four food court zones offering local Pakistani food (biryani, burgers, BBQ, chai). Bottled water is available at all stalls. Outside food and beverages are not allowed. Premium stand ticket holders have access to dedicated refreshment counters.

Other PSL Venues

National Bank Cricket Arena

Karachi

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Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

Rawalpindi

15,000 seats

Multan Cricket Stadium

Multan

35,000 seats

Arbab Niaz Stadium

Peshawar

50,000 seats

Bugti Stadium

Quetta

20,000 seats