PSL attacked on social media The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has once again found itself at the center of criticism after a bizarre selection mix-up saw a substitute act next to the player he was meant to replace. The incident took place during match 26 of PSL 2026 between Quetta Gladiators and defending champions Lahore Qalandars, which sparked widespread trolling on social media.Ahead of the match, Quetta Gladiators announced that Sri Lankan veteran Dinesh Chandimal will replace New Zealand batsman Bevon Jacobs in the lineup. However, confusion arose during the draw when captain Saud Shakeel revealed that both Chandimal and Jacobs were part of the Playing XI, contradicting an earlier announcement and leaving fans confused.
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Bombay Sport Exchange: Munaf Patel on Gautam Gambhir, Virat vs Bumrah and Indian bowling. The franchise later clarified the situation, with general manager Nabeel Hashmi explaining that all-rounder Tom Curran had fallen ill, forcing a late change of plans. Originally brought in as Jacobs’ replacement, Chandimal was instead included in place of Curran, allowing both Chandimal and Jacobs to feature in the same XI.Unprofessional behavior during the match surfaced on social media via PSL:
Match Summary: Lahore Qalandars vs Quetta Gladiators
Quetta Gladiators beat Lahore Qalandars by six wickets in Match 26 of PSL 2026, chasing 135 with ease in Karachi. Struggling on a slow pitch, Lahore were bowled out for 134 with Usman Tariq (3/18) leading a disciplined bowling effort from Quetta.In response, Rilee Rossouw’s unbeaten 60 and a vital partnership with Hasan Nawaz steadied the chase for early wickets. Quetta comfortably reached the target with 22 balls to spare, boosting their play-off chances, while Lahore slumped to a third straight defeat.
