New Delhi: Shaheen Shah Afridi was seen visibly angry and frustrated after being dismissed during the PSL 2026 clash between Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators at the National Stadium in Karachi. Afridi, who led Lahore this season, lost his temper after being dismissed for a wicket by Usman Tariq.Afridi was caught at mid-on by Tariq and left Lahore in a difficult situation. As he walked back, the captain looked furious – his face showing obvious disappointment. In an uncharacteristic fit of rage, he smashed his bat against the tire of the side screen and then slammed it down the stairs on his way to the dressing room.
Defending champions Lahore Qalandars have endured a mixed campaign so far. With their playoff hopes hanging in the balance, every game has become important, and Afridi’s reaction reflects the pressure within the camp.Meanwhile, PSL The 2026 points table provides a clear snapshot of the competition. Peshawar Zalmi are firmly on top, having played seven matches, won six, lost none, and drawn one. He leads the way with 13 points and an impressive net run rate of +2.404.Islamabad United are second with seven matches, four wins, two losses and one draw, having collected nine points with a strong NRR of +1.481. Multan Sultans are third with eight points and an NRR of +0.527 having won four of their six matches.In the mid-table, Quetta Gladiators are fourth with three wins and four losses from seven games, earning six points and an NRR of +0.483. Hyderabad Kingsmen also have six points from seven matches but a negative NRR of -0.470, they are fifth.Karachi Kings are sixth with six points from six games with three wins and three losses, but with a poor NRR of -1.501.Lahore Qalandars are seventh, with just two wins from six matches, four losses, four points and an NRR of -1.020. At the bottom are Rawalpindi, still looking for their first win after six matches, with zero points and an NRR of -1.821.With the intensity in the league stage, Lahore will need an immediate turnaround to stay in the playoff race.
