PSL 2024 | QUE vs PES, Match 2 | Pick Babar Azam to Earn the Max Points - Cricket Fantasy Predictions Today
QUE vs PES, PSL 2024: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams for the 2nd Match (Source: x.com)
Quetta Gladiators (QUE) and Peshawar Zalmi (PES) square off against each other in the ongoing ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The second match is all set to be played on a doubleheader Sunday, February 18th, 2024, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore at 2:30 IPM ST.
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Ahead of the game, here is a look at some of the important player stats, the top player picks, the top captain and vice-captain choices, and the best predicted XI for the fantasy contests of the match.
Team History in PSL
Quetta Gladiators
The Gladiators were the runners-up in the first two editions of the PSL in 2016 and 2017. They suffered a defeat at the hands of Islamabad United in the summit clash in the inaugural season in 2016. Quetta then faced a loss against Peshawar Zalmi in the final of the 2017 campaign. After two missed chances, they finally lifted the trophy in the year 2019.
Experienced campaigners like Rilee Rossouw (captain) and Jason Roy along with Sarfaraz Ahmed will be seen in the side this season. The team also boasts some exciting talented players like Sherfane Rutherford and Saud Shakeel. The bowling department will be handled by three Mohammad's namely Amir, Wasim Jr and Hasnain.
Players to watch out for: Mohammad Hasnain, Saud Shakeel, Sherfane Rutherford
Peshawar Zalmi
After clinching the title in the year 2017, Peshawar Zalmi have fallen short on three occasions. They have lost in the finals of three editions in 2018, 2019 and 2021. Skipper Babar Azam and Rovman Powell are part of this Zalmi squad this season while there are also some other exciting and talented players like Mohammad Haris, Saim Ayub and Tom Kohler-Cadmore in the ranks.
Naveen-ul-Haq, Shamar Joseph and Aamer Jamal will lead the bowling attack for the Zalmi in this campaign.
Players to watch out for: Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Saim Ayub, Shamar Joseph
QUE vs PES, Head-to-Head
Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi have met each other 22 times in the history of PSL with the Gladiators winning on nine occasions and Zalmi on 12. One encounter ended with no result.
| Stats | Matches | Quetta Gladiators Won | Peshawar Zalmi Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 22 | 9 | 12 | 1 |
| At Gaddafi Stadium | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Last Five Matches | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Probable Playing XIs
Quetta Gladiators Playing XI for Match 2 of PSL 2024
Jason Roy, Will Smeed, Saud Shakeel, Rilee Rossouw (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Sarfaraz Ahmed, (wk), Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sohail Khan
Peshawar Zalmi Playing XI for Match 2 of PSL 2024
Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Rovman Powell, Asif Ali, Aamer Jamal, Luke Wood, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mehran Mumtaz/Arif Yaqoob, Shamar Joseph
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Pitch Report
The pitch at the Gaddafi Stadium will favour the batters. In the previous season we have seen some big scores and the same is expected in this edition too.
Gaddafi Stadium, Domestic T20 Records
Matches: 8
Matches Won Batting First: 6
Matches Won Batting Second: 2
Average First Innings Total: 174
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Who will win the match?
Both sides look equal and would like to start their respective campaign on a winning note. But Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi might pip the Gladiators in their opening encounter of PSL 9 in Lahore.
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Top Player Picks
Jason Roy (QUE)
- Experienced campaigner Jason Roy will hold the key right at the top of the order for the Gladiators. The veteran right-handed batter slammed a magnificent 145* off just 63 with 20 fours and five maximums for the Gladiators against the same opposition in the last season.
Saud Shakeel (QUE)
- Saud Shakeel is a talented left-handed batter who has proved his worth in the longest format of the game for Pakistan. The 28-year old will be a vital cog in Quetta's batting line-up throughout this campaign.
Babar Azam (PES)
- Skipper of Peshawar Zalmi Babar Azam is approaching 3000 runs in the PSL. The right-handed player is the leading run-getter in the history of the competition with 2935 runs. He will look to lead his side from the front again this season.
Saim Ayub (PES)
- Saim Ayub is considered as the next big thing in Pakistan cricket right now. The 21-year old left-handed youngster has loads of talent and it may be witnessed in the upcoming PSL season. Ayub is expected to open the innings for Zalmi in PSL 9.
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Stay Aways
Quetta Gladiators: Sarfaraz Ahmed
Peshawar Zalmi: Asif Ali
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Top Captain and Vice-captain choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-captain |
|---|---|---|
| If Peshawar Zalmi bowl first | Babar Azam | Saim Ayub |
| If Peshawar Zalmi bat first | Babar Azam | Tom Kohler-Cadmore |
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Cricket Fantasy Expert Advice
A 1-4-3-3 combination might be beneficial for this second match of PSL 9. It might bring balance and stability for this contest between two equal sides.
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Haris
Batters: Jason Roy, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore
All-rounders: Saud Shakeel, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell
Bowlers: Mohammad Amir, Luke Wood, Naveen-ul-Haq
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Tom Kohler-Cadmore
QUE: 4 Players, PES: 7 Players
QUE vs PES, Match 2: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Sarfaraz Ahmed
Batters: Will Smeed, Babar Azam, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Asif Ali
All-rounders: Rovman Powell, Aamer Jamal
Bowlers: Shamar Joseph, Mohammad Wasim, Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Qadir
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Rovman Powell
QUE: 5 Players, PES: 6 Players
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