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Lahore Qalandars face San Francisco Unicorns at Providence Stadium, Guyana, with Lahore sitting second in the table on 4 points and San Francisco still searching for consistency. In this preview you will find the match details, form, pitch report and two LHQ vs SFU fantasy team options, one safe and one for grand leagues.
For Indian viewers, the match starts at 7.30 PM IST, a 2.00 PM start in Guyana.
LHQ vs SFU Match Details
Match: Lahore Qalandars vs San Francisco Unicorns, 9th Match, Global Super League 2026
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 7.30 PM IST | 2.00 PM local, Guyana
Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
TV: Sony Sports Ten Network
Streaming: FanCode
Form Check: Lahore Ahead, San Francisco Inconsistent
Lahore Qalandars have won 2 of their 3 matches in this tournament, losing only to Guyana Amazon Warriors, and sit on 4 points. San Francisco Unicorns have won just 1 of 3, beating Perth Scorchers but losing to both Desert Vipers and Guyana Amazon Warriors, and sit on 2 points. Note that Lahore Qalandars’ wider recent form also includes results from their separate PSL franchise campaign, which is a different squad to the one playing in this tournament.
LHQ vs SFU Points Table
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahore Qalandars | 3 | 2 | 1 | +0.017 | 4 |
| San Francisco Unicorns | 3 | 1 | 2 | -0.590 | 2 |
LHQ vs SFU Squads
Lahore Qalandars: Michael Bracewell (c), Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Farhan Yousaf, Shayan Jahangir, Shamyl Hussain, Parvez Hossain Emon (wk), Delano Potgieter, Muhammad Imran Randhawa, Ali Shabbir, Shamim Hossain, Usama Mir, Mehran Mumtaz, Shahab Khan, Mohammad Basit
San Francisco Unicorns: Hassan Khan (c), Tim Robinson, Connor Esterhuizen, Hammad Azam, Saideep Ganesh (wk), Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Oliver Peake, Fabian Allen, Anirudh Immanuel, Callum Stow, Karima Gore, Ghulam Mudassar, Peter Siddle, Gideon Peters
Providence Stadium Pitch Report
Spin has been the dominant factor at this venue this tournament, taking 62 percent of wickets across the last 10 matches against 38 percent for pace, a split that should suit both sides’ spin options.
Recent matches at Providence Stadium:
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| 5th Match, GSL 2026: San Francisco Unicorns vs Perth Scorchers XI | San Francisco Unicorns won |
| 4th Match, GSL 2026: Desert Vipers vs Guyana Amazon Warriors | Guyana Amazon Warriors won |
| 3rd Match, GSL 2026: Desert Vipers vs Lahore Qalandars | Lahore Qalandars won |
Providence Stadium Weather Report For LHQ vs SFU
Mostly clear conditions are forecast, but humidity is at a striking 100 percent, with temperature close to 23.9°C. Rain chance is significant at 70 percent, so there is a real possibility of an interrupted or reduced-overs match.
LHQ vs SFU Probable Playing XIs
Lahore Qalandars (probable): Abdullah Shafique, Shayan Jahangir, Parvez Hossain Emon (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Shamyl Hussain, Delano Potgieter, Farhan Yousaf, Muhammad Imran Randhawa, Usama Mir, Mehran Mumtaz, Shahab Khan
San Francisco Unicorns (probable): Tim Robinson, Connor Esterhuizen, Anirudh Immanuel, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Hammad Azam, Fabian Allen, Saideep Ganesh (wk), Hassan Khan (c), Peter Siddle, Ghulam Mudassar, Oliver Peake
Key Player Battles
Michael Bracewell vs San Francisco’s bowling attack: Bracewell’s captaincy has delivered two wins from three in his first tournament in charge, and his form with the bat continues to be central to Lahore’s results.
Fabian Allen vs Lahore’s middle order: Allen’s left-arm spin and lower-order hitting continue to give San Francisco a real all-round option, and a strong showing from him would go a long way to a consistent run of results.
Usama Mir vs San Francisco’s top order: Mir’s leg-spin has been a reliable option for Lahore all tournament, and early wickets against Robinson and Esterhuizen could set the tone for the innings.
LHQ vs SFU Fantasy Team (Small Leagues)
Wicketkeeper: Parvez Hossain Emon
Batters: Abdullah Shafique (C), Tim Robinson (VC), Shayan Jahangir
All Rounders: Michael Bracewell, Fabian Allen
Bowlers: Usama Mir, Peter Siddle, Mehran Mumtaz, Ghulam Mudassar, Shahab Khan
Shafique is captain given his consistency at the top of Lahore’s order, and Robinson takes the vice-captaincy as San Francisco’s most reliable batter. Bracewell and Allen cover the all-round bases, and Mir and Siddle lead the bowling picks.
LHQ vs SFU Fantasy Team (Grand Leagues)
For grand leagues, this second LHQ vs SFU fantasy team brings in Delano Potgieter and Sanjay Krishnamurthi as lower-owned alternatives to the headline names.
Wicketkeeper: Saideep Ganesh — differential
Batters: Abdullah Shafique (C), Delano Potgieter (VC) — differential, Sanjay Krishnamurthi — differential
All Rounders: Michael Bracewell, Hammad Azam
Bowlers: Usama Mir, Ghulam Mudassar — differential, Mehran Mumtaz, Anirudh Immanuel — differential, Shahab Khan
Potgieter and Krishnamurthi both offer upside without the ownership Shafique or Robinson are likely to draw. Anirudh Immanuel is the wildcard bowling pick, capable of a breakout performance in conditions that have favoured spin.
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LHQ vs SFU Match Prediction
Lahore Qalandars go into this match with the better record and more settled combination under Michael Bracewell’s leadership. San Francisco Unicorns have shown flashes of quality but have been inconsistent, losing 2 of their last 3. Lahore are favourites here on current form, though the high rain chance and spin-friendly conditions add real unpredictability to how this one plays out.
FAQs
Q. Who will win the LHQ vs SFU match today?
A. Lahore Qalandars go in as favourites given their stronger record so far this tournament, though San Francisco Unicorns have shown they can beat quality opposition when their top order clicks.
Q. What is the LHQ vs SFU Dream11 prediction for today’s match?
A. Abdullah Shafique and Tim Robinson are strong captaincy picks given their form at the top of the order, with Michael Bracewell and Fabian Allen as reliable all-round options.
Q. Will the LHQ vs SFU match be delayed or shortened due to rain?
A. Rain chance is forecast at a significant 70 percent with 100 percent humidity, so a delay or reduced-overs match is a real possibility. Check live toss updates before finalising your fantasy team.
Q. Who are the probable playing XI for LHQ vs SFU today?
A. Lahore Qalandars are likely to field Abdullah Shafique, Shayan Jahangir, Parvez Hossain Emon, Michael Bracewell, Shamyl Hussain, Delano Potgieter, Farhan Yousaf, Muhammad Imran Randhawa, Usama Mir, Mehran Mumtaz and Shahab Khan, while San Francisco Unicorns are expected to go with Tim Robinson, Connor Esterhuizen, Anirudh Immanuel, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Hammad Azam, Fabian Allen, Saideep Ganesh, Hassan Khan, Peter Siddle, Ghulam Mudassar and Oliver Peake.
Q. Who should be captain and vice-captain for LHQ vs SFU fantasy team?
A. Abdullah Shafique is a strong captaincy option on current form, with Michael Bracewell or Tim Robinson solid vice-captain choices.