Islamabad United is a professional cricket team based in Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan. Founded in 2016, the team competes in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), a T20 cricket league. The team's colors are red and black, and they play their home matches at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The franchise has achieved notable success, winning the PSL championship twice, in 2016 and 2018. Islamabad United is known for its strong player roster, which has included both local and international stars. The team's mascot is a lion, symbolizing strength and courage in the sport.