After losing to Peshawar Zalmi in their previous match, Karachi Kings will now take on two-time champions Islamabad United on March 3 at the Pindi Club Ground in Rawalpindi. They have been rather poor so far in the tournament, winning only two of their seven matches and thus, would be desperate to get back into winning ways and eventually qualify for the playoffs.
When it comes to Islamabad, the Shabad Khan-led side was thrashed by Lahore Qalandars in their previous match. Be it the bowling or batting, nothing worked well for Islamabad in the previous match and thus, there’s a lot of room for improvement. They however are in a much better position in the league table. The side has managed to win three out of their five games, courtesy of which they are currently third on the points table.
ISL vs KAR Match Details:
Islamabad United vs Karachi Kings, 19th Match, PSL 2023
Venue: Pindi Club Ground, Rawalpindi
Date & Time: March 3, 7:30 PM IST
Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network & SonyLiv
ISL vs KAR Pitch Report:
The surface at the Pindi Club Ground has helped the batters so far. Anything above 190 will be a very good score on this wicket. Also, chasing will be the ideal thing to do.
ISL vs KAR Probable Playing XIs
Islamabad United (ISL):
Colin Munro, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rassie van der Dussen, Shadab Khan (c), Azam Khan (wk), Asif Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Tom Curran, Hasan Ali, Zeeshan Zameer, Abrar Ahmed
Karachi Kings (KAR):
Matthew Wade, Adam Rossington (wk), Tayyab Tahir, Shoaib Malik, Irfan Khan, Imad Wasim (c), Ben Cutting, Aamer Yamin, Mohammad Amir, Tabraiz Shamsi, Akif Javed
ISL vs KAR Probable Best Performers
Probable best batter
Imad Wasim:
Skipper Imad Wasim has been one of the biggest positives for Karachi in the ongoing Pakistan Super League. In seven matches, the 34-year-old has scored 237 runs at a whopping strike rate of 179.54 and with that, he currently is the second-leading run-scorer in the tournament.
Probable best bowler
Mohammad Amir:
The 30-year-old Mohammad Amir is in tremendous form, picking up four wickets in the last match against Peshawar Zalmi. Overall, the pacer has clinched eight wickets from five matches so far in the tournament.
Today’s Match Prediction: Karachi Kings to win the match
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.