ISL vs PES, PSL 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 5 [Source: @PeshawarZalmi, @IsbUnited/x.com]
Islamabad United (ISL) will face Peshawar Zalmi (PES) in the fifth match of Pakistan Super League 2025 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on April 15, 2025, at 8:30 PM local time.
With both teams looking to assert their dominance in this season's campaign, this match promises to be an exciting contest. Here's everything you need to know for this high-voltage clash.
ISL vs PES Toss Update
Islamabad United won the toss and they have decided to bat first
Experienced Pakistani pace bowler with excellent record at Rawalpindi
One of the top wicket-takers at this venue
His middle-overs bowling and ability to break partnerships make him a smart fantasy selection
ISL vs PES Match 5 Weather and Pitch Report
Factors
Expected Conditions
Weather
Clear and warm
Pitch
Batting Friendly
Weather: Clear skies expected with temperatures around 24°C. Low humidity and no chance of rain, ensuring a full match.
Pitch: The Rawalpindi pitch will offer excellent batting conditions with consistent bounce. The surface typically remains good for batting throughout, though spinners might find some assistance in the second innings as the pitch wears.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi - Record Of Chasing Teams
Based on historical data from PSL matches at this venue, teams batting second have won approximately 56% of matches, while teams batting first have won 44%. This indicates a slight advantage for chasing teams at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
In the recent matches, the team batting second has continued to enjoy success at this venue, particularly due to the true batting surface and consistent pace throughout the game. The average successful chase at this venue in PSL is around 175-180 runs.
ISL vs PES Match 5 Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
Contests
Captain
Vice-captain
Head to Head Contests
Shadab Khan
Babar Azam
Small League Contests
Colin Munro
Saim Ayub
Grand League Contests
Naseem Shah
Hasan Ali
ISL vs PES Match 5 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
ISL vs PES, IPL 2025: Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]
Wicketkeepers: Andries Gous, Azam Khan, Mohammad Haris Batters: Colin Munro, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub All-rounders: Shadab Khan, Mitchell Owen Bowlers: Jason Holder, Naseem Shah, Sufiyan Muqeem
Captain: Shadab Khan Vice-captain: Babar Azam
ISL vs PES Match 5 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
ISL vs PES, IPL 2025: Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]
Wicketkeepers: Azam Khan, Mohammad Haris Batters: Colin Munro, Babar Azam, Shahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub All-rounders: Hussain Talat, Shadab Khan, Mitchell Owen Bowlers: Naseem Shah, A Raza
Captain: Saim Ayub Vice-captain: Colin Munro
ISL vs PES Match 5 Expert Advice
The Rawalpindi pitch strongly favours batsmen with its true bounce and consistent pace throughout the game. Target scores above 180 are often needed to be competitive. With chasing teams holding a 56% win record, the toss could be crucial. Prioritise top-order batsmen and death-over specialists who can excel in this boundary-friendly venue where over one-fifth of deliveries result in fours or sixes.