PSL 2024 KAR vs LAH: Match 26 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

KAR vs LAH, PSL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the 24th Match (Source: x.com)

Karachi Kings (KAR) and Lahore Qalandars (LAH) will square off against each other in the 26th match of the ongoing ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 2024). The match is all set to be played on Saturday, March 09th, 2024, at National Stadium in Karachi, Pakistan at 7:30 PM IST.

Before the match goes live, here is a look at the fantasy predictions, tips, pitch report, top picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

KAR vs LAH - Head-to-Head Stats

The two teams have played 18 matches against each other. Karachi Kings  have been the dominant force with 12 wins, while Lahore Qalandars have won just six.

KAR vs LAH - Pitch Report

The pitches at the venue are known for their flat nature, producing run-feasts. The wickets also provide good bounce, assisting the pacers early in the matches and the slower bowlers as the game progresses.

National Stadium Ground Stats (PSL 2024)

Matches: 3
Matches won batting first: 1
Matches won batting second: 2

Average first innings total: 173
Average second innings total: 169
Highest Total: 189/3 by Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings
Lowest Total: 165/5 by Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United

Fantasy Value from Pitch Report

• Top-order players from either side will be good choices.
• Pace bowler will be the safer picks in the bowlers section.

KAR vs LAH - Fantasy Cricket Tips

Scenario 1: If Karachi Kings bat first

• In the batting department, Kieron Pollard and Shoaib Malik will play key roles during the batting, and James Vince and Tim Seifert will be crucial to setting a big target for the Kings; they are the must-picks for this game.
• In the bowling department, Hasan Ali is the leading wicket-taker for his side. Also, Mir Hamza and Blessing Muzarabani are in good form; together, they will handle the bowling efforts of the team.

Scenario 2: If Lahore Qalandars bat first

• Rassie van der Dussen has been in excellent form with the bat and is the top scorer for his side.
• Sahibzada Farhan is also in good form with the bat and is the second-top run scorer for his side. Farhan will be a safe choice for the game.
• In the bowling department, Shaheen Afridi is the leading wicket-taker for his side. Also, Zaman Khan is in good form; together, they will handle the bowling efforts of the team.

KAR vs LAH - Winner Predictions

Looking at the record of the two teams at this venue and their current team form in this season of PSL, there is a chance that the Karachi Kings will pick up the win in this match.

KAR vs LAH - Top Player Picks

Kieron Pollard (KAR)

Kieron Pollard is the top run scorer for his side so far, and he is in good form. In six innings, he has scored 235 runs at a strike rate of 157.72. His current form makes him a top pick for the match.

Hasan Ali (KAR)

Hasan Ali, with 13 scalps to his name, is the leading wicket-taker for his side and the third-top wicket-taker of this season so far. He is a must-pick for this match.

Rassie van der Dussen (LAH)

Rassie van der Dussen is the leading run-scorer for the Qalandars and the second-top run-scorer of this tournament thus far. He has amassed 364 runs at an average of 72.80, which includes one century and three fifties.

Shaheen Afridi (LAH)

Shaheen Afridi is the leading wicket-taker for his side. In the last three matches, he has picked up seven wickets. His current form makes him an important pick for this match.

KAR vs LAH - Differential Picks

Shoaib Malik (KAR)

Shoaib Malik has struck the second-most runs for the Kings so far in the ongoing edition. Also, he is bowling some vital overs for his team. His ability to score important runs and his spin bowling make him a great differential pick for this match.

Sahidzada Farhan (LAH)

Opening batter Sahibzada Farhan has scored the second-most runs for the Qalandars. The right-handed player has scored 241 runs at an average of 40, with three half-centuries to his name.

KAR vs LAH - Fantasy Expert Advice

Considering the conditions and probable-XIs, a combination of 2-3-2-4 would be ideal for this fixture.

KAR vs LAH - Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Sahibzada Farhan, Tim Seifert
Batters: Rassie van der Dussen, Kieron Pollard, James Vince
All-rounders: Ahsan Bhatti, Shoaib Malik
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, Blessing Muzarabani, Zaman Khan

Captain: Rassie van der Dussen
Vice-captain: Shoaib Malik

Karachi Kings: 6 Players; Lahore Qalandars: 5 Players

KAR vs LAH Fantasy Team for winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Sahibzada Farhan, Tim Seifert
Batters: Rassie van der Dussen, Kieron Pollard, James Vince
All-rounders: David Wiese, Shoaib Malik
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza, Zaman Khan

Captain: Rassie van der Dussen
Vice-captain: Kieron Pollard

Karachi Kings: 6 Players; Lahore Qalandars: 5 Players