PSL 2024 PES vs ISL: Eliminator 2 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

PES vs SISL, PSL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the Eliminator 2 [X]

Peshawar Zalmi (PES) and Islamabad United (ISL) square off against each other in the Eliminator 2 of the ongoing ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 2024). The encounter is all set to be played on Saturday, March 16th, 2024, at the National Stadium in Karachi, Pakistan at 9:30 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.

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PES vs ISL - Head-to-Head Stats

Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United have faced each other 24 times in Pakistan Super League. Peshawar Zalmi have won 12 of those, whereas Islamabad United have managed to win 11 times, and one match ended as no result.

PES vs ISL - 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 and spinners as the game progresses.

National Stadium Ground Stats (PSL 2024)

Matches: 9
Matches won batting first: 4
Matches won batting second: 5

Average first innings total: 168
Average second innings total: 154
Highest Total: 189/3 by Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings
Lowest Total: 106/10 by Quetta Gladiators vs Multan Sultans

Fantasy Value from Pitch Report

• Top-order batters from both sides should be the priority.
• Seam bowlers from either side will also get you good points.

PES vs ISL - Fantasy Cricket Tips

Scenario 1: If Peshawar Zalmi bat first

In the batting department, Skipper Babar Azam, along with Saim Ayub, will be crucial to setting a big target for Islamabad United; they are the must-picks for this game. Zalmi's bowling will rely on pace bowlers Luke Wood and Naveen-ul-Haq. The former has picked up eleven wickets, while Naveen has taken nine scalps so far this season.

Scenario 2: If Islamabad United bat first

In the batting department, the trio of in-form Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, and Martin Guptill will be crucial to setting a big target for the Zalmi; they are the important picks for this game. The bowling will be handled by the leading wicket-takers for Islamabad, Naseem Shah and Shadab Khan, along with Faheem Ashraf and Imad Wasim.

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PES vs ISL - Winner Predictions

Following a sensational win over Quetta Gladiators in Eliminator 1, Islamabad United are just one step away from making it to the finals. They would still like to keep the winning momentum going. Islamabad United should edge past the Peshawar Zalmi in this fixture.

PES vs ISL - Top Player Picks

Babar Azam (PES)

Skipper Babar Azam is in remarkable form at the moment. In 10 matches so far, the 29-year-old has scored 554 runs at a strike rate of 144.30 and with that, he is currently the top-scorer of PSL 2024. He would like to continue in a similar manner and help his team qualify for the PSL final.

Babar Azam and Saim Ayub will be key for the Zalmis [X]

Saim Ayub (PES)

Saim Ayub is the second-highest-run getter for the Zalmi this season. The youngster has mustered 272 runs at an average of 27.20 with one fifty. He also picked up six wickets in eight matches.

Shadab Khan (ISL)

Skipper, Shadab Khan is showing brilliant all-round performances this season for his team. He has scored 301 runs with a strike rate of 147.55, with three fifties, and picked up 10 wickets in ten matches so far. He is the top pick in this contest.

Naseem Shah and Shadab Khan will be important for the Islamabad United in the match [X]

Naseem Shah (ISL)

Islamabad United’s Naseem Shah has picked up 12 wickets in nine matches so far. He looked to be in good form and picked up two wickets in the last match. He should be picked for this category.

PES vs ISL - Differential Picks

Rovman Powell (PES)

Rovman Powell has scored the third-most runs after Babar and Ayub for the Zalmi. The destructive right-hander has scored 226 runs at an average of 28.25 with a strike rate of 155.86. Powell is a great differential pick for this match.

Martin Guptill (ISL)

Opener Martin Guptill played his first PSL 2024 match in the last match. He scored 56 runs on 47 balls with five fours and one maximum, and against Peshawar, he can once again look threatening.

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PES vs ISL - Fantasy Expert Advice

Considering the conditions and probable-XIs, a combination of 2-3-4-2 or 1-3-4-3 would be ideal for this fixture.

PES vs ISL - Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Azam Khan, Mohammad Haris
Batters: Martin Guptill, Rovman Powell, Babar Azam
All-rounders: Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub, Agha Salman, Imad Wasim
Bowlers: Luke Wood, Naseem Shah

Captain: Shadab Khan
Vice-captain: Martin Guptill

Peshawar Zalmi: 5 Players, Islamabad United: 6 Players

PES vs ISL - Fantasy Team for winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Haris
Batters: Martin Guptill, Rovman Powell, Babar Azam
All-rounders: Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub, Agha Salman, Faheem Ashraf
Bowlers: Luke Wood, Naseem Shah, Hunain Shah

Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Shadab Khan

Peshawar Zalmi: 5 Players, Islamabad United: 6 Players