Rizwan To Open, No Place For Kamran Ghulam? Multan Sultans Probable XI Vs Karachi Kings

Multan Sultans probable XI [Source: @rizalreadywon/X.com]

The stage is set for the 3rd match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 match between the Multan Sultans and the Karachi Kings. The match will take place at the National Stadium as both the sides will look to start the tournament with a big win. Sultans will be led by Mohammad Rizwan and David Warner will lead Karachi.

The Sultans, under the leadership of Mohammad Rizwan reached the finals of the PSL 2024 season, but they ultimately lost the match. They will be eager to reach the finale this time. Ahead of their opening match we look at their probable XI vs Karachi.

Multan Sultans PSL 2025 Squad

Mohammad Rizwan, Usama Mir, Michael Bracewell, David Willey, Iftikhar Ahmed, Usman Khan, Chris Jordan, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Faisal Akram, Akif Javed, Gudakesh Motie, Josh Little, Tayyab Tahir, Aamer Azmat, Johnson Charles, Yasir Khan, Shahid Aziz, Ubaid Shah

Rizwan to open, Usman Khan at 3

Mohammad Rizwan has been one of the best batters in PSL history and his form will decide the fate of Multan in the ongoing tournament.

(Rizwan stats in PSL)

Rizwan has been outstanding and the stats tell the story. 2403 runs in the league, but the strike-rate is a bit questionable. However, he is their best bet for a trophy.

Yasir Khan is likely to partner Rizwan at. the top with the dangerous Usman Khan at 3. He is an aggressive batter and his hard-hitting can turn the tides for the Multan side.

Bracewell to be the finisher?

In the form of David Willey, Iftikhar Ahmed and Michael Bracewell, Multan have a formidable middle order which could destroy even the best in the business.

Bracewell, in particular will decide how many runs Multan score in the death overs and his stats tell the story.

(Bracewell T20 stats)

Young Pakistan stars to lead bowling attack

In Mohammad Hasnain and Usama Mir, Multan Sultans have two brilliant bowlers who will lead the attack. Hasnain, in particular will be crucial as his ability to take wickets up front will be crucial.

(Hasnain stats in T20s)

He has the ability to take wickets in the death overs as well and this trait makes him a dangerous bowler for the opposition.

Josh Little, Ubaid Shah and Chris Jordan will form the rest of the Multan Sultans bowling lineup.

Multan Sultans probable XI Vs Karachi

Mohammad Rizwan (C & WK), Yasir Khan, Usman Khan, David Willey, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, Chris Jordan, Joshua Little, Ubaid Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Usama Mir

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