Breaking News: PCB Announces Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 Full Schedule

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finally released the complete schedule for the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26, Pakistan’s premier red-ball domestic competition. Cricket fans had been waiting eagerly for this announcement, especially after the tournament was delayed due to the Hanif Mohammad Trophy. Now, the action is all set to begin on 6 October 2025, and this season promises exciting rivalries, fresh talent, and intense competition.

By the end of this article, you will have a clear idea of the full schedule, teams, venues, and the new format, so you won’t miss anything about Pakistan’s most prestigious domestic cricket event.

Short Overview of Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26

Start Date: 6 October 2025
Final Match: 29 November – 3 December 2025
Format: Single-league round-robin
Teams: 10
Total Matches: 46 league matches + 1 five-day final
Host Cities: Abbottabad, Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi

Teams Participating in 2025-26 Season

This season will feature 10 teams, including some who earned promotion through the recently concluded Hanif Mohammad Trophy.

Abbottabad Region
Bahawalpur Region
FATA Region
Faisalabad Region
Islamabad Region
Karachi Region Blues
Lahore Region Whites
Multan Region
Peshawar Region
Sialkot Region

The addition of FATA, Faisalabad, Karachi Blues, and Multan (who qualified via Hanif Trophy) adds more flavor and competitiveness to the tournament.

Tournament Format and Points System

The single-league round-robin format means each team will face all others once. A total of nine rounds will decide the standings before the grand final.

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Likely Points System:

Win: 12 points
Draw: 3–5 points depending on performance
First-innings lead: Bonus points

This system ensures teams remain competitive till the end, with every run and wicket mattering for qualification.

Opening Round Highlights

Here’s a quick look at the first round of fixtures:

Dates	Fixture	Venue
06–09 Oct	Abbottabad vs Bahawalpur	Abbottabad Cricket Stadium
06–09 Oct	Lahore Whites vs Islamabad	Shoaib Akhtar Stadium, Rawalpindi
06–09 Oct	Peshawar vs Sialkot	Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar
06–09 Oct	FATA vs Multan	Diamond Cricket Ground, Islamabad
06–09 Oct	Faisalabad vs Karachi Blues	Marghzar Cricket Ground, Islamabad

Venues and Host Cities

The tournament will be played across four major northern cities:

Abbottabad Cricket Stadium, Abbottabad
Shoaib Akhtar Stadium (KRL), Rawalpindi
Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar
Diamond & Marghzar Cricket Grounds, Islamabad

This move allows fans from northern regions to experience red-ball cricket live, making it a truly nationwide event.

Exciting Mid-Round Clashes

As the tournament progresses, some matches are expected to be high-voltage encounters.

Dates	Fixture	Venue
18–21 Oct	Multan vs Faisalabad	Abbottabad Cricket Stadium
24–27 Oct	Lahore Whites vs Karachi Blues	Abbottabad Cricket Stadium
05–08 Nov	Islamabad vs Multan	Imran Khan Cricket Stadium
17–20 Nov	Peshawar vs Multan	Imran Khan Cricket Stadium
23–26 Nov	Islamabad vs Peshawar	Diamond Cricket Ground

These fixtures will be crucial in shaping the final points table and deciding which teams move closer to the final.

The Grand Finale

The much-awaited Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 Final will be played from 29 November to 3 December. The top two teams from the league stage will battle it out in a five-day contest for the most prestigious trophy in Pakistan’s domestic cricket.

Why This Season Is Special

Fresh Competition: With four newly promoted teams, fans can expect new rivalries and unexpected results.
Balanced Venues: Hosting matches in Abbottabad, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Peshawar spreads the excitement across the northern belt.
Player Development: This tournament remains the ultimate platform for Pakistani red-ball specialists to prove their mettle and knock on the doors of the national team.

Conclusion

The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 is set to be one of the most competitive seasons in recent memory. With 10 strong teams, a tough schedule, and the final in December, cricket fans are in for a real treat. If you’re a true fan of Pakistan cricket, mark your calendars because this domestic season is going to be unmissable.