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Imad Wasim Out? Qasim Akram In? Islamabad United's Probable XI for Vs Quetta Gladiators

Imad Wasim for Islamabad United in PSL 2024 (X.com)Imad Wasim for Islamabad United in PSL 2024 (X.com)

Islamabad United is gearing up to face Quetta Gladiators in what promises to be an enthralling Match 18 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 on Saturday, March 2, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. After a mixed start to the season, Islamabad United will look to consolidate their position with a strong lineup against their opponents.

Islamabad United will look to secure their third win of PSL 2024

After kicking off their campaign with a win, Islamabad United faced a hiccup with three consecutive losses but bounced back impressively in their recent outing against Karachi Kings. The team showcased a remarkable performance, clinching victory by seven wickets, a win that could be crucial in setting their momentum for the upcoming matches.

The focus was on the opening duo, Colin Munro and Alex Hales, whose formidable partnership laid the groundwork for their successful chase against Karachi. 

Munro, with an explosive 82 off 47 balls, and Hales, contributing a solid 47 off 35 balls, were instrumental in their team's win, earning Munro the Player of the Match title. Their roles as openers are undeniably crucial, and they are expected to maintain their positions in the face-off against Quetta Gladiators.

The middle-order, featuring Shadab Khan, Agha Salman, Jordan Cox, and wicketkeeper Azam Khan, is set to remain unchanged. Each player brings a unique set of skills to the table and provides stability and firepower to the middle order.

However, the composition of the playing XI is not without its challenges. Veteran all-rounder Imad Wasim finds himself on shaky ground with performance concerns creating doubts over his inclusion in the upcoming match. 

With only two wickets in five matches and an abysmal batting performance, including two ducks, Wasim's spot could be taken by all-rounder Qasim Akram, who brings fresh energy and potential to the squad.

The bowling department, consisting of Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, and Hunain Shah, is anticipated to lead the attack once again. Despite this, the team may consider adjustments following Raees's recent underwhelming performance, where he conceded 45 runs without taking a wicket over four overs. This might open the door for Ubaid Shah to step into the playing XI, offering a new bowling dynamic against the Quetta Gladiators.

As Islamabad United prepares for this critical encounter, the team's strategy and player selection will definitely be under the microscope. With the stage set for an intense battle at Rawalpindi, all eyes will be on Islamabad United to see if they can carry forward their momentum and outperform Quetta Gladiators in this high-stakes PSL 2024 match.

Islamabad United Probable Playing XI vs Quetta Gladiators

Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Shadab Khan (c), Agha Salman, Jordan Cox, Azam Khan (wk), Qasim Akram, Faheem Ashraf, Hunain Shah, Naseem Shah, Ubaid Shah