Quetta Gladiators hold the record for the highest team total in PSL history with a massive 263/3 against Islamabad United on 7 May 2025 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
This innings featured twin centuries from Rilee Rossouw (104* off 46) and Hasan Nawaz (100* off 45).
They became the first pair to score hundreds in the same innings in PSL history.
Over ten seasons, the Pakistan Super League has produced some extraordinary batting displays.
Only four teams have crossed the 250-run mark in tournament history.
This guide covers all the highest totals, key performers, venues, and records you need to know.
Top 10 Highest Team Scores in PSL History (2016-2025)
Here is the definitive list of the biggest team totals ever recorded in the Pakistan Super League.
| Rank | Team | Score | Overs | RR | Opposition | Ground | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quetta Gladiators | 263/3 | 20.0 | 13.15 | Islamabad United | Rawalpindi | Won | 7 May 2025 |
| 2 | Multan Sultans | 262/3 | 20.0 | 13.10 | Quetta Gladiators | Rawalpindi | Won | 11 Mar 2023 |
| 3 | Quetta Gladiators | 253/8 | 18.2 | 12.65 | Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi | Lost | 11 Mar 2023 |
| 4 | Islamabad United | 251/5 | 20.0 | 12.55 | Karachi Kings | Rawalpindi | Won | 19 May 2025 |
| 5 | Islamabad United | 247/2 | 20.0 | 12.35 | Peshawar Zalmi | Abu Dhabi | Won | 17 Jun 2021 |
| 6 | Multan Sultans | 245/3 | 20.0 | 12.25 | Quetta Gladiators | Lahore | Won | 18 Feb 2022 |
| 7 | Multan Sultans | 244/6 | 19.1 | 12.73 | Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi | Won | 10 Mar 2023 |
| 8 | Quetta Gladiators | 243/2 | 18.2 | 13.25 | Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi | Won | 8 Mar 2023 |
| 9 | Islamabad United | 243/5 | 20.0 | 12.15 | Peshawar Zalmi | Rawalpindi | Won | 14 Apr 2025 |
| 10 | Peshawar Zalmi | 242/6 | 20.0 | 12.10 | Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi | Lost | 10 Mar 2023 |
How Quetta Gladiators Set the PSL Record (263/3)
On 7 May 2025, Quetta Gladiators rewrote PSL history at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
After losing both openers inside the powerplay, the stage was set for carnage.
Rilee Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz combined for a record-breaking 134-run partnership in just 61 balls.
Rilee Rossouw: 104* off 46 Balls
The South African left-hander smashed 14 fours and 6 sixes at a strike rate of 226.08.
His century came off just 44 balls, making it his third PSL hundred.
That ties him with Kamran Akmal and Usman Khan for the most centuries in the league.
Hasan Nawaz: 100* off 45 Balls
The young Pakistani batter announced himself on the big stage with a maiden PSL century.
His 9 sixes were the most by any Gladiators batter in a single PSL innings.
Together, the duo smashed 160 runs in the last ten overs, the joint-most in PSL history between overs 11-20.
Match Result
Islamabad United never recovered from Mohammad Amir’s early strikes (3-6).
They collapsed to 68/8, then eventually to 154 all out.
Gladiators won by a thumping 109-run margin, the biggest victory in PSL 2025
All 250+ Totals in PSL History
Crossing 250 in T20 cricket is rare.
In ten seasons of the Pakistan Super League, only four innings have breached this barrier.
All four occurred at the same venue.
| Team | Score | Opposition | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetta Gladiators | 263/3 | Islamabad United | Rawalpindi | 7 May 2025 |
| Multan Sultans | 262/3 | Quetta Gladiators | Rawalpindi | 11 Mar 2023 |
| Quetta Gladiators | 253/8 | Multan Sultans | Rawalpindi | 11 Mar 2023 |
| Islamabad United | 251/5 | Karachi Kings | Rawalpindi | 19 May 2025 |
Notice something? Rawalpindi dominates this list.
Why Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Produces Record Totals
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has emerged as the go-to venue for massive scores in T20 cricket.
Three of the top four PSL highest totals came at this ground.
Actually, all four 250+ scores happened here.
Pitch Conditions
The Pindi pitch is known for its true bounce and even carry.
The ball comes onto the bat nicely, rewarding aggressive stroke play.
Minimal sideways movement helps batters settle quickly.
Boundary Dimensions
Shorter square boundaries offer easy pickings for power hitters.
Well-timed pulls and sweeps regularly clear the rope.
How Rawalpindi Compares Globally
Rawalpindi is one of only seven venues worldwide to host three 250+ totals in men’s T20S.
The 263/3 by Gladiators is also the highest total in men’s T20S in Pakistan.
Team-wise Breakdown: Which PSL Teams Score Big?
Looking at the top 10 highest totals reveals some interesting patterns.
| Team | Appearances | Highest |
|---|---|---|
| Quetta Gladiators | 3 | 263/3 |
| Islamabad United | 3 | 251/5 |
| Multan Sultans | 3 | 262/3 |
| Peshawar Zalmi | 1 | 242/6 |
Quetta Gladiators, Islamabad United, and Multan Sultans dominate the big-score charts.
Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings, interestingly, do not feature in the top 10.
Highest Successful Run Chases in PSL
Posting a big total is one thing.
Chasing it down requires nerves of steel.
Multan Sultans hold the record for the highest successful chase in PSL history.
They chased down 244 against Peshawar Zalmi in 2023 at Rawalpindi.
The match saw 244/6 chased in 19.1 overs with Omair Yousuf and Iftikhar Ahmed adding 104 runs in just 57 balls.
However, Abbas Afridi’s hat-trick nearly stole the game before Sultans held on.
First Innings vs Second Innings: Where Do Big Scores Come?
Analyzing the top 10 totals shows a clear pattern.
Most massive totals (8 out of 10) came in the first innings.
Batting first allows teams to go all out without scoreboard pressure.
In chases, even well-set batters tend to be cautious when wickets fall.
The 253/8 by Gladiators (chasing 262) and 243/2 by United (chasing 244) are exceptions.
Both came in unsuccessful chases but remain in the top 10 for sheer volume of runs.
Evolution of Scoring in PSL: From 2016 to 2025
PSL has evolved dramatically since its inaugural season.
In early seasons, 180 was considered a strong total.
Now, teams regularly target 200+ on batting-friendly surfaces.
The 2023 and 2025 seasons saw the biggest jump in high-scoring matches.
Three of the top four all-time totals came in these two seasons alone.
Why Are PSL Teams Scoring More?
Better bats and equipment: Modern bats have larger sweet spots and lighter profiles.
Attacking mindset: Teams now attack from the start of the play, especially on power plays.
Impact players: Quality overseas batters like Rossouw, Hales, and Guptill bring T20 expertise.
Rawalpindi factor: More matches at this batting paradise naturally inflate totals.
Can Any Team Breach 270 or 280 in PSL?
Given current trends, it is only a matter of time.
PSL 2026 Season begins on 26 March with eight teams for the first time
More matches mean more opportunities for record-breaking scores.
With Rawalpindi confirmed as a venue again, expect fireworks.
The league’s expansion also brings new franchises, potentially shaking up the big-score leaderboard.
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Quetta Gladiators hold the record for the highest team total in PSL history(263/3)
The PSL’s highest team totals showcase the evolution of T20 batting in Pakistan.
From Quetta’s record-breaking 263/3 to Rawalpindi’s dominance as a batting paradise, these numbers tell a story.
With PSL 2026 expanding to eight teams and 44 matches, new records seem inevitable.
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