PSL 2024 KAR vs PES: Match 29 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks
KAR vs PES, PSL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the 29th Match (Source: x.com)
Karachi Kings (KAR) and Peshawar Zalmi (PES) square off against each other in the ongoing ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The 29th match is all set to be played on Monday, March 11th, 2024, at the National Stadium in Karachi at 9:30 PM IST.
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.
KAR vs PES - Head-to-Head Stats
These fixtures have been completely dominated by the Zalmi. They have registered 14 victories in 20 PSL matches against the Kings.
| Matches | Karachi Kings Won | Peshawar Zalmi Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 6 | 14 | 0 |
KAR vs PES - Pitch Report
The 22-year at the National Stadium in Karachi should favor the batters. They can go on and make a big impact after settling down. Chasing teams have enjoyed more success in T20s played at this venue.
National Stadium, Karachi (Domestic T20 Records)
Matches: 62
Matches won batting first: 24
Matches won batting second: 38
Average first innings total: 174
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- Zalmi's top-order will fetch you more points
- Karachi's middle-order players will be more beneficial
KAR vs PES - Fantasy Cricket Tips
If Karachi Kings Fields First
Hasan Ali and Zahid Mahmood will need to do the wicket-taking job for the Kings. The former has taken 13 wickets so far while Mahmood has seven scalps to his name. The duo will look to pick up wickets and restrict the Zalmi to a low total. The batting will depend on the experienced trio of James Vince, Kieron Pollard and Shoaib Malik.
If Peshawar Zalmi Fields First
Zalmi's bowling will rely on pace bowlers Luke Wood and Naveen-ul-Haq. The former has picked up ten wickets while Naveen has taken seven scalps so far this season. The run-chase will again depend on the in-form batter and skipper Babar Azam. Saim Ayub is also another reliable option for the Zalmi while chasing.
KAR vs PES - Winner Predictions
The Zalmi have already qualified for the Playoffs but would still like to keep the winning momentum going. They should edge past the Kings in this fixture.
KAR vs PES - Top Player Picks
Kieron Pollard would be a good choice given his batting form (Source: x.com)
Kieron Pollard (KAR)
Kieron Pollard is the leading run-getter for the Kings so far. The veteran West Indian has amassed 238 runs at an average of 60 with one half-century to his name. Pollard is a must pick considering the fact that he is leading the batting charts for Karachi.
Shoaib Malik (KAR)
Experienced campaigner Shoaib Malik has racked up the second-most runs after Pollard for the Kings. The 42-year old right-hander has struck 232 runs at an average of 33.14 with one half-century under his belt. Malik and Pollard are the only two batters from Karachi with over 200 runs in the ongoing competition.
Babar Azam is in fine batting form in the tournament (Source: x.com)
Babar Azam (PES)
Zalmi captain Babar Azam is having a fabulous tournament thus far. The classy right-handed opening batter has smashed 447 runs at a solid average of 64 which includes one century and four half-centuries. Babar has been extremely consistent in the ninth season of the PSL.
Saim Ayub (PES)
Babar's opening partner Saim Ayub is the second highest-run getter for the Zalmi this seaaon. The youngster has mustered 252 runs at an average of 32 with one fifty. The 21-year old won the Player of the Match award against Quetta Gladiators in the last game for his all-round show of 30 off just 12 and figures of 2/20 (3).
KAR vs PES - Differential Picks
James Vince (KAR)
James Vince has scored close to 200 runs for the Kings in PSL 9. The right-handed Englishman is averaging 28 with the highest score of 42. The 32-year old has scores of 42, 29, and 27 in the last three matches. Vince is a proper pick for this category.
Rovman Powell (PES)
West Indies T20 skipper Rovman Powell has scored 184 runs at an average of 31 for the Zalmi in this campaign. The 30-year old has got starts in six out of the eight innings so far. His six scores read as 17, 39, 23, 46, 23* and 28*. He is the differential pick from the Zalmi for this fixture.
KAR vs PES - Fantasy Expert Advice
Given the conditions and the probable-XIs, a combination of 1-4-3-3 would be well suited for this contest.
KAR vs PES - Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Tim Seifert
Batters: James Vince, Kieron Pollard, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub
All-rounders: Shoaib Malik, Rovman Powell, Aamer Jamal
Bowlers: Hasan Ali, Luke Wood, Naveen-ul-Haq
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Saim Ayub
Karachi Kings: 5 Players, Peshawar Zalmi: 6 Players
KAR vs PES - Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand League
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Haris, Haseebullah
Batters: Shan Masood, Kieron Pollard, Babar Azam, Tom Kohler-Cadmore
All-rounders: Shoaib Malik
Bowlers: Zahid Mahmood, Blessing Muzarabani, Luke Wood, Khurram Shahzad
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Kieron Pollard
Karachi Kings: 5 Players, Peshawar Zalmi: 6 Players
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