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KAR vs PES preview [Source: @KarachiKingsARY, @PeshawarZalmi/x.com]
Karachi Kings (KAR) will lock horns with Peshawar Zalmi (PES) in Match 11 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 on Monday, April 21 at the National Stadium in Karachi. The high-stakes contest is set to begin at 8:30 PM IST with both sides coming in with contrasting momentum.
Karachi Kings have had a mixed campaign so far so far, winning two out of their first four matches. Their most recent outing saw them suffer a six-wicket defeat against Islamabad United, They will be keen to get back to winning ways.
On the other hand, after losing their first two matches, Peshawar Zalmi secured their first win in the last game against Multan Sultans by 120 runs. They wil wim to carry the winning momentum.
KAR vs PES Head To Head Overview
The two sides have faced each other 21 times in the PSL. The Zalmi have dominated this rivalry, winning 15 matches while the Kings have only managed 6 wins. It's safe to say Peshawar have had the upper hand historically.
Karachi Kings And Peshawar Zalmi Probable Playing XI
Karachi Kings
David Warner (c), Tim Seifert (wk), James Vince, Saad Baig, Irfan Khan, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Nabi, Hasan Ali, Abbas Afridi, Aamer Kamal, Mir Hamza
Peshawar Zalmi
Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Mohammad Haris (wk), Hussain Talat, Mitchell Owen, Abdul Samad, Alzarri Joseph, Luke Wood, Arif Yaqoob, Ali Raza.
Top Run-Scorers In KAR vs PES
We are considering only the players present in the current squad.
Imad Wasim
Imad has quietly been one of the most consistent performers in this fixture, scoring 308 runs in 12 innings at an average of 34.22 and a strike rate of 136.88. He has notched up three fifties, with a best of 80*, often anchoring the innings or finishing strong in the death overs.
Tom Kohler-Cadmore
Tom Kohler-Cadmore has made his presence felt in recent seasons as he has amassed 169 runs in 5 innings at a superb average of 42.25 and a strike rate of 137.39. His best of 92 came in a match-winning knock and he has two fifties to his name in this rivalry.
James Vince
James Vince may have only played 3 matches against Peshawar Zalmi but he has still racked up 103 runs at a brilliant average of 51.50 and a strike rate of 121.17. His consistent starts make him a key figure in Karachi’s top order, even without any fifties to his name yet.
Top Wicket-Takers In KAR vs PES
We are considering only the players present in the current squad.
Hasan Ali
One of the most seasoned campaigners in this rivalry, Hasan Ali has picked up 18 wickets in 12 matches against Peshawar Zalmi at an average of 18.88 and an economy of 7.69. His best figures of 4/15 underline his knack for delivering in high-pressure moments.
Mir Hamza
Although fairly new to this fixture, Mir Hamza has made an immediate impact. In just 2 matches, he has claimed 4 wickets at an excellent average of 10.25 and economy of 6.83 with best figures of 3/28.
Luke Wood
The English pacer has featured in 2 matches and taken 3 wickets at an average of 14.66 and an impressive economy rate of 5.61. His best spell of 2/20 shows he has been tidy and effective with the ball in hand.
KAR vs PES Key Stats
Karachi Kings’ Key Records
- Karachi have played six matches at this venue vs Peshawar in PSL history, but have won just two of them.
- Mohammad Nabi has scored 77 runs in two innings at this venue vs Peshawar at a strike rate of 171.11 with one fifty.
- Hasan Ali is Karachi’s leading wicket-taker in this fixture at the National Stadium with 6 wickets in 3 games, conceding at 9.00 runs per over.
- James Vince is in red-hot form in PSL 2025, scoring 171 runs in 3 matches at a strike rate of 185.86, with 1 century and 1 fifty.
- Hasan Ali is also the second-highest wicket-taker in PSL 2025 so far, with 8 wickets in 3 games at an economy of 8.25.
Peshawar Zalmi’s Key Records
- Peshawar have won 4 out of 6 matches vs Karachi at the National Stadium.
- Tom-Kolher Cadmore has scored 111 runs in three innings at this venue vs Karachi at a strike rate of 148.00 with one fifty.
- Mohammad Haris has scored 145 runs in 3 innings in PSL 2025 at a strike rate of 190.78.
- Jason Holder has been on fire this season, leading the tournament with 9 wickets in 3 matches at an economy of 7.10.
Records Which Could Be Broken In KAR vs PES Match 10 Of PSL 2025
- Shan Masood is just 6 runs away from reaching 1500 PSL runs.
- Babar Azam needs 14 fours to complete 400 fours in PSL.
- Saim Ayub needs 5 sixes to complete 50 sixes in PSL.
- James Vince needs 10 more sixes to hit the 50 sixes mark in PSL.
