PSL 2024 ISL vs QUE: Match 18 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks
ISL vs QUE, PSL 2024: Fantasy Tips for 18th match (Source: x.com)
The ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is in full flow as Islamabad United (ISL) and Quetta Gladiators (QUE) face off against each other. The 18th match is all set to be played on Saturday, March 02nd, 2024, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi at 7:30 PM IST. The Gladiators defeated United by a margin of three wickets when both sides met earlier in the tournament.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top player picks, pitch report, fantasy tips, predictions, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
ISL vs QUE Head-to-Head Stats
Nothing to choose between the two sides as it's all even-stevens between them. Both have played 18 times against each other in the history of PSL and have managed to win nine matches each.
| Matches | Islamabad United Won | Quetta Gladiators Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
ISL vs QUE - Pitch Report
The track at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is known for its flat deck. A high-scoring encounter could might take place between two evenly matched sides.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi (Domestic T20 Records)
Matches: 18
Matches won batting first: 7
Matches won batting second: 11
Average first innings total: 190
ISL vs QUE - Fantasy Cricket Tips
If Islamabad United field first
Young sensation Naseem Shah and skipper Shadab Khan have been the leading wicket-takers so far for United. The duo will be looking to keep picking up wickets and restrict the Gladiators to a modest total. The batting will rely on the in-form trio of Colin Munro, Alex Hales and Agha Salman. These three have been doing the bulk of the scoring so far for United this season.
If Quetta Gladiators field first
Spin pair of Akeal Hosein and Abrar Ahmed have managed to pick up the most wickets for the Gladiators so far. The former has eight scalps to his name while Abrar has taken ten wickets. The job will again be to be amongst the wickets as they also look to contain the flow of runs. Opening batters Jason Roy and Saud Shakeel are leading the batting charts for the Gladiators.
ISL vs QUE - Winner Predictions
The Gladiators have made a solid start to their campaign as they have managed to register four victories in five games so far. They might edge past United in this fixture.
ISL vs QUE - Top Player Picks
Colin Munro is in a fine form with the bat in the tournament (Source: x.com)
Colin Munro (ISL)
The Kiwi national, Colin Munro has struck the second-most runs for United in this campaign. The left-handed opening player has hit 186 runs at an average of 37.2 with two half-centuries. Munro also won the Player of the Match award against Karachi Kings last time out for his knock of 82 off just 47.
Agha Salman (ISL)
Agha Salman is the leading run-scorer for United this season. The right-hander has 188 runs to his name at an average of 63 which includes three half-centuries. Salman has also picked up two wickets in three innings thus far. Islamabad would hope that he continues his good form with the bat.
Jason Roy has been the form in this edition of the PSL 2024 (Source: x.com)
Jason Roy (QUE)
Experienced campaigner Jason Roy has smashed the most runs for the Gladiators in PSL 9. The right-handed opening batter has amassed 200 runs in five innings at an average of 40.00 with two half-centuries. He will like to keep providing solid starts to his side in the upcoming fixtures as well.
Saud Shakeel (QUE)
Saud Shakeel is behind Roy in terms of runs scoring for the Gladiators. The 28-year old left-handed opening player has racked up 164 runs at an average of 33 which includes one half-century. He looks in good touch this season and would like to keep contributing for Quetta is coming games as well.
ISL vs QUE - Differential Picks
Alex Hales (ISL)
Veteran Alex Hales has hit over 100 runs so far in PSL 9. The right-handed opening player is averaging 27 with a strike rate of 132.5. Hales struck 47 off 35 with the help of seven fours against the Kings last time out. He could be a differential pick for this contest.
Sherfane Rutherford (QUE)
After getting starts in the first four matches, West Indian Sherfane Rutherford finally contributed in a big way as he slammed an unbeaten 58 off just 31 with one four and six maximums against the Kings to also win the game for his side. Rutherford won the Player of the Match award for his match-winning half-century.
ISL vs QUE - Fantasy Expert Advice
Keeping in mind the playing conditions and the probable-XI, a combination of 1-3-4-3 would be ideal for the match.
ISL vs QUE - Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Azam Khan
Batters: Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Jason Roy
All-rounders: Shadab Khan, Agha Salman, Saud Shakeel, Sherfane Rutherford
Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Akeal Hosein, Abrar Ahmed
Captain: Jason Roy
Vice-captain: Colin Munro
Islamabad United: 6 Players, Quetta Gladiators: 5 Players
ISL vs QUE - Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Jordan Cox, Sarfaraz Ahmed
Batters: Colin Munro, Jason Roy, Khawaja Nafay, Rilee Rossouw
All-rounders: Imad Wasim, Saud Shakeel
Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Usman Tariq
Captain: Colin Munro
Vice-captain: Saud Shakeel
Islamabad United: 4 Players, Quetta Gladiators: 7 Players
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