The playoffs of the Pakistan Super League 2024 (PSL 2024) beckons, and Multan Sultans will be locking horns with Peshawar Zalmi in the qualifier on March 14. It is worth noting that, the team that emerges victorious in this tussle will get direct qualification for the finals. Both teams are coming off comprehensive victories in their respective last games of the league.
While Multan Sultans thwarted Quetta Gladiators, Peshawar Zalmi made their presence felt with a win against Karachi Kings. Both the teams have collided twice in the season and Babar Azam-led Peshawar have emerged victorious on both occasions. Multan Sultans will take pride in the fact that they have lost only three games this season and would like to continue the same momentum.
MUL vs PES Match Details:
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
| Multan Sultans vs Peshawar Zalmi, PSL 2024 | National Stadium, Karachi | Thursday, March 14, 9:30 PM (IST) | Fancode App and Website |
Pitch Report:
The National Stadium in Karachi has always welcomed the batters with open arms. The wicket here is flat and adding to the woes of the bowlers, the outfield is quick. While batters reign supreme, the pacers have always found it an arduous task to get going. But, there’s a respite for spinners with ample support from the wear and tear of the pitch later on. The weather forecast predicts clear skies, with no hint of rain in Karachi on the match day.
Click here: MUL vs PES Live Score, Qualifier
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Multan Sultans won | Peshawar Zalmi Won |
| 15 | 10 | 5 |
MUL vs PES Probable Playing XIs
Multan Sultans:
Mohammad Rizwan (c/wk), Yasir Khan, Usman Khan, Johnson Charles, Iftikhar Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Tayyab Tahir, David Willey, Usama Mir, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Ali.
Peshawar Zalmi:
Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (wk), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Haseebullah Khan, Rovman Powell, Aamer Jamal, Luke Wood, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mehran Mumtaz, Aimal Khan.
Probable Best Batter of the match
Babar Azam recently admitted that he was reluctant to bat at No.3 and did for Pakistan’s sake against New Zealand in the T20I series. Though he struggled with his strike rate, he came up with a series of fifties. He has now gone back to the opener’s role in PSL 2024 and has already notched a century. He will look to make it big in the qualifiers and live up to the hype that surrounds his name.
Probable Best Bowler of the match
Usama Mir has been Multan Sultan’s blue-eyed boy. The spinner has made use of the slow-natured Multan track in the league stages. He tops the chart for the most wickets in the league. He has plucked 21 wickets in 10 games, at an economy rate of 7.47. His best figures of six wickets for 40 conveys the story of his memorable outing this year.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match
Scenario 1
Multan Sultans win the toss and bat
Power Play score – 45-60
First Innings Score – 170-190
Multan Sultans win the match
Scenario 2
Peshawar Zalmi win the toss and bat
Power Play score – 45-55
First Innings Score- 175-195
Peshawar Zalmi win the match
Disclaimer: The 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.
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