Will Warner Bring Shan Masood Back? Karachi Kings Probable XI vs Peshawar Zalmi

KAR probable 11 vs PES [Source: @13hamdard, @SajSadiqCricket/x.com]

Karachi Kings are gearing up for a spicy clash against Peshawar Zalmi in Match 11 of PSL 2025 at National Stadium in Karachi. The action kicks off at 8:30 PM IST and the home crowd will be hoping for a turnaround after their disappointing loss to Islamabad United.

In their last outing, Karachi’s batters went missing when it mattered, folding for just 128 and handing Islamabad an easy 6-wicket win. With two wins and two losses so far, it’s been a hit-or-miss campaign. But now, as the pressure starts to build, they will need to get their combination spot on.

Let’s break down what Karachi Kings' playing XI could look like for this crunch game against Zalmi.

Seifert And Warner To Open, Vince At No. 3

Tim Seifert, despite his scratchy 30 off 37 balls in the last game, is likely to hold onto his spot. On his day, he can tear apart bowling attacks and Karachi will be hoping that day is tonight.

Alongside him, skipper David Warner will walk out again. Sure, he has had a cold start to the season, but as captain, he has got to lead from the front. Form is temporary, but Warner’s firepower is just one innings away.

James Vince, probably Karachi’s most consistent batter this season, will slot in at No. 3. He missed out in the last game but has shown enough to earn another go. If he gets going, expect fireworks early in the powerplay.

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Baig, Khushdil, Nabi To Steady The Middle; Masood Likely In For Irfan

Saad Baig has looked fluent and his 20 off 17 against United showed promise. He will be followed by Khushdil Shah, who has been decent but not quite the game-changer Karachi need. Mohammad Nabi, the veteran Afghan, will bring the calmness and can be that crucial finisher with the bat and a handy option with the ball.

But the big talking point? Will Irfan Khan be benched for Shan Masood? Irfan hasn’t done much to justify his place, especially after scoring just 5 in the last game.

Table - Irfan Khan, Shan Masood PSL Stats

Masood brings experience and a cooler head. And with Karachi’s middle order struggling for consistency, don’t be surprised if Masood walks into the XI to add some much-needed balance.

Jamal, Afridi, Hasan Ali And Hamza To Continue With The Ball

The bowling is one area Karachi might leave untouched. Hasan Ali has been breathing fire, picking wickets and bowling with real intent. He has been the leader of the pack and is Karachi’s go-to man when the chips are down.

Abbas Afridi has showed flashes of brilliance. Aamer Jamal and Mir Hamza bring variety and left-arm control – they weren’t bad either, just didn’t have enough runs to play with.

Unless there’s a fitness issue, Karachi is likely to stick to this four-man pace unit, hoping they can contain Zalmi’s explosive top order.

Karachi Kings’ Probable XI vs Peshawar Zalmi

Tim Seifert (wk), David Warner (c), James Vince, Saad Baig, Irfan Khan/Shan Masood, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Nabi, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza

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