Champions T20 Cup 2024, UMA vs NUR Qualifier 1 Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today's Match Between Markhors And Lions?

Lions will face Markhors for the Qualifier 1 of Champions T20 Cup 2024 [Source: @Markhors/X.com, @NurpurLions/X.com]

The Markhors will be facing the Lions for the third time in the Champions T20 Cup 2024. The match will be held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on December 23 at 4:00 PM IST. Both teams will be fighting it off for the final spot against the Stallions which will be played on December 25.

Markhors

The Markhors have established themselves as a formidable force in the tournament, boasting an impressive record of six wins out of eight matches. They have faced off against the Lions twice in the league, emerging victorious on both occasions and providing their rivals with a tough challenge. Currently sitting in second place on the points table, the Markhors are eager to secure a win against the Lions in their upcoming match, as this victory would solidify their place in the finals. 

Lions

The Lions have also played aggressively throughout the tournament. Winning 5 out of the 8 matches they have played, the Lions are sitting in the third position on the points table. Though they have previously lost their matches against Markhors, the Imam-ul-Haq-led side will be giving their best to book a spot for the finals against the Stallions.

UMA vs NUR: Head-to-Head Records

How Will the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Behave?

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is a thrilling haven for T20 batters. While spinners might find a bit of assistance, the pitch primarily caters to aggressive batting, turning every match into a scoring fest. Batting first offers a significant edge, especially under the gleaming lights, as the surface tends to slow down, setting the stage for nail-biting finishes. Hence, the team winning the toss will like to bat first.

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Players to Watch Out For In UMA vs NUR Qualifier 1 Match

Markhors

Saad Masood

Saad Masood, a 20-year-old all-rounder, is a valuable asset for the Markhors. He has demonstrated his capabilities in previous matches during the Champions Cup. Notably, he scored 38 runs off 29 balls against the Stallions and a remarkable 63 runs off 30 balls against the Panthers. He racked up 4 wickets in this tournament so far while bagging 147 runs with the bat.

Nisar Ahmad

Nisar Ahmad can be a crucial player to watch out for in the upcoming match too. The 29-year-old pacer has racked up 13 wickets in the Champions T20 Cup so far while bowling at an economy rate of 6.97. His best bowling figure in the tournament remains 4-22 in the 15th match against the Dolphins which announced his lethality on pace-friendly pitches.

Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar Zaman, the Pakistan veteran has had a rollercoaster ride in the tournament so far. He bagged a total of 194 runs in his 8 matches in the league at a strike rate of 138.57 and has been instrumental for the Markhors on various occasions. His last knock of 49 runs against the Panthers will keep him hungry for the upcoming qualifier as the veteran will seek to etch an inning worth his hype for the upcoming clash. 

Lions

Khushdil Shah

The 29-year-old Khushdil Shah has had decent innings in his recent encounters but was explosive in the 8th match against the Dolphins where he bagged 57 runs off just 22 balls. Interestingly, he has also been good with the ball in the league as he scalped 9 wickets in the 6 matches he bowled. His versatility on the field will definitely attract a lot of eyes from the crowd in the upcoming clash.

Shahid Aziz

The 21-year-old all-rounder, Shahid Aziz, has been a key player for the Lions throughout the tournament. He has taken 14 wickets in 8 matches and contributed 40 runs with the bat. His best performance in the tournament, with figures of 4 wickets for 42 runs, came against the Markhors, making him a crucial player for the Lions in the upcoming Qualifier clash.

Muhammad Musa Khan

Musa Khan has been in outstanding form for the Lions. The 24-year-old fast bowler has taken a total of 16 wickets in the 8 matches he has played, achieving an impressive strike rate of 12. His best performance in the tournament so far was against the Dolphins, where he recorded figures of 4 wickets for 14 runs. Although he hasn't had a significant impact in the matches against the Markhors, his recent form could make a difference in the upcoming clash.

Today’s Match Prediction: UMA vs NUR

Predicted Top Performers

Markhors: Saad Masood, Nisar Ahmad, Fakhar Zaman
Lions: Khushdil Shah, Shahid Aziz, Muhammad Musa Khan

UMA vs NUR Qualifier 1 Match: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 150-160 runs
Predicted second innings score: 140-150 runs.

Predicted Result: The toss might be a deciding factor for the game and the team batting first will have an upper hand to win the match.

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