Quetta Gladiators

 is a professional cricket team that competes in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Here is a comprehensive overview of the team's history, performance, fan following, captains, and records:



History:


- Quetta Gladiators was founded in 2015 as one of the five inaugural teams in the PSL.

- The team is owned by the Omar Associates, a Pakistani business conglomerate.

- The team's name and logo are inspired by the city of Quetta's rich cultural heritage and the ancient gladiators.


Performance:


- Quetta Gladiators has been one of the most consistent teams in the PSL, with a few highs and lows.

- In 2016, they finished runners-up, losing to Islamabad United in the final.
- In 2017, they finished third in the standings.
- In 2018, they finished fourth in the standings.
- In 2019, they won their first-ever PSL title, defeating Peshawar Zalmi in the final.
- In 2020, they finished fifth in the standings.
- In 2021, they finished fourth in the standings.
- In 2022, they finished second in the standings, losing to Lahore Qalandars in the final.


Fan Following:


- Quetta Gladiators has a large and dedicated fan base in Pakistan, particularly in the city of Quetta and the province of Balochistan.

- The team's fan following has grown significantly since their inaugural season.

- The team's fans are known for their passionate support and energetic atmosphere during matches.


Captains:


- Sarfraz Ahmed


 (2016-2023)

- Rile Rossow

 (2024-present)


Records:


- Most runs scored by a player: 1,244 runs by Sarfraz Ahmed (2016-2022)

- Most wickets taken by a player: 43 wickets by Mohammad Nawaz (2016-2022)

- Highest individual score: 113* by Ahmed Shehzad (2016)

- Best bowling figures: 5/16 by Anwar Ali (2017)


Team Owner:


- Omar Associates (2015-present)


Team Price:


- The team was sold to Omar Associates for a reported price of $1.1 million in 2015.


Note: The team's records and statistics are accurate as of the 2024 PSL season and may change in future seasons.