PSL 2024 | MUL vs KAR, Match 3 | Daniel Sams Could be the Best Pick for the Match - Cricket Fantasy Predictions Today
MUL vs KAR, PSL 2024: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams for the third match (Source: x.com)
Multan Sultans (MUL) and Karachi Kings (KAR) entertain fans in the ongoing ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The third match is all set to be played on a doubleheader Sunday, February 18th, 2024, at Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan at 7:30 PM IST.
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Ahead of this game, here is a look at some of the important player stats, the best player picks, the top captain and vice-captain choices, and the best predicted XI for the fantasy contests of this encounter.
Team History in PSL
Multan Sultans
After winning their maiden title in the year 2021, Multan Sultans ended up as runners-up in the last two seasons in 2022 and 2023. Both times, they lost the summit and all-important clash against the eventual champions Lahore Qalandars. The team has some experienced players like Mohammad Rizwan, Reeza Hendricks, and Iftikhar Ahmed in their ranks.
The bowling department will be led by Shahnawaz Dahani, Usama Mir, and Chris Jordan
Players to watch out for: Mohammad Rizwan, Reeza Hendricks, Dawid Malan
Karachi Kings
Karachi Kings won the PSL title in the year 2020. It is their only major achievement as they have failed to even reach the summit clash in any of the other eight seasons. Veterans Shoaib Malik and Kieron Pollard will be part of the Karachi setup. Hasan Ali, Anwar Ali and Daniel Sams will lead the bowling attack for the Kings.
Players to watch out for: Tim Seifert, Kieron Pollard, Jamie Overton
MUL vs KAR, Head-to-Head
The Sultans and the Kings have met each other 13 times in the history of the league with Multan and Karachi both winning on five occasions each. Two encounters ended up in no result while one in a tie. Notably, the Kings won that tied fixture to make it six.
| Stats | Matches | Multan Sultans Won | Karachi Kings Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 13 | 5 | 6 | 2 |
| At Multan Cricket Stadium | ||||
| Last Five Matches | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Probable Playing XIs
Multan Sultans Probable Playing XI for Match 3 of PSL 2024
Mohammad Rizwan (c and wk), Reeza Hendricks, Dawid Malan, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abbas Afridi, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir, Shahnawaz Dahani, Mohammad Ali
Karachi Kings Probable Playing XI for Match 3 of PSL 2024
Tim Seifert (wk), Leus du Plooy, Shan Masood (c), Shoaib Malik, Kieron Pollard, Mohammad Nawaz, Mir Hamza, Daniel Sams, Jamie Overton, Hasan Ali, Anwar Ali
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Pitch Report
The wicket at the Multan Stadium will favour the batters. The true bounce and pace of the wickets will allow the batters to maximise the opportunities coming towards them. A high-scoring encounter can be expected.
Multan Cricket Stadium, Domestic T20 Records
Matches: 8
Matches Won Batting First: 6
Matches Won Batting Second: 2
Average First Innings Total: 174
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Who will win the match?
The Sultans have won the last four of the five meetings against the Kings. Mohammad Rizwan-led side look set to kick start their campaign with a victory over the Kings here in this fixture.
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Top Player Picks
Mohammad Rizwan (MUL)
- Skipper Mohammad Rizwan is one of the most best T20 players going around in the world right now. The right-handed wicketkeeper batter is approaching 2000 runs in PSL as he has 1996 runs to his name at an average of 44 with one century and 16 fifties.
Reeza Hendricks (MUL)
- Reeza Hendricks is a proven performer in the T20 format. The 34-year old right-handed South African opens the innings and he will be looking to provide his side an aggressive and quickfire start. He will hold the key in the batting department along with Rizwan for the Sultans.
Shan Masood (KAR)
- Shan Masood is a consistent performer with the bat. He delivers in most of the games and keeping him in the fantasy XI will be a beneficial choice.
Daniel Sams (KAR)
- The Aussie all-rounder can be effective with the bat and the ball. His presence in the team ensures you points in both innings.
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Stay Aways
Multan Sultans: Tayyab Tahir
Karachi Kings: Mir Hamza
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Top Captain and Vice-captain choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-captain |
|---|---|---|
| If Multan Sultan bat first | Mohammad Rizwan | Shan Masood |
| If Karachi Kings bat first | Daniel Sams | Iftikhar Ahmed |
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Cricket Fantasy Expert Advice
Both the teams have some match-winners in the all-rounder section. So a 2-3-3-3 or a 1-2-4-4 combination will be ideal for the fantasy contests of the match.
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan, Tim Seifert
Batters: Reeza Hendricks, Usman Khan, Shan Masood
All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz
Bowlers: Usama Mir, Hasan Ali, Tabraiz Shamsi
Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
Vice-captain: Shan Masood
Multan Sultans: 6 Players; Karachi Kings: 5 Players
MUL vs KAR, Match 3: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Tim Seifert
Batters: Reeza Hendricks, Shan Masood
All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Daniel Sams, Mohammad Nawaz
Bowlers: Abbas Afridi, Usama Mir, Hasan Ali, Tabraiz Shamsi
Captain: Daniel Sams
Vice-captain: Iftikhar Ahmed
Multan Sultans: 5 Players; Karachi Kings: 6 Players
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