PES vs LAH, Match 23: Fantasy Predictions (Source: Twitter/ @lahoreqalandars)
The 23rd match of the ongoing eighth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will see Peshawar Zalmi play against Lahore Qalandars. The game will take place at the Pindi Club Ground in Rawalpindi at 2.30 PM IST. Before the game, let us look at some of the important stats, the prime player picks, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi has had a mixed campaign until now, as they have played six matches with three wins and as many losses. Their middle order came to their rescue in the last game against Karachi Kings as they hammered 197/5 in 20 overs, eventually sealing the contest by 24 runs. With 6 points and a net run rate of -0.896, they are placed in the fourth position in the table. (All scenarios till Match no.21)
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On the other hand, Shaheen Afridi-led Lahore Qalandars have already qualified for the playoffs because of their solid showing in the competition. The defending champions have played seven games with six victories and just one loss. Their only defeat came at the hands of Karachi Kings by 67 runs in Match no.8. With 12 points and an NRR of +1.321; they are at the top of the table. (All scenarios till Match no.21)
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PES vs LAH, Match 23: Pitch Report - Pindi Club Ground, Rawalpindi
The 22-yard at the Pindi Club Ground is a batting paradise as all six innings have produced totals of above 170 at the venue in PSL 8. Captains winning the toss would look to chase down the target in Rawalpindi.
Numbers at the ground (This Tournament) (Excluding Match no.22)
Total Matches: 3
Matches won batting first: 1
Matches won batting second: 2
Average score batting first: 192
Average score batting second: 187
Average runs per over: 9.59
Average runs per wicket: 31.58
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Head-to-Head
Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars have faced each other 16 times in the history of PSL, with the Zalmi sealing victories on nine occasions and the Qalandars on 7.
Head-to-Head (Overall)
Total Matches: 16
Peshawar Zalmi won: 9
Lahore Qalandars won: 7
Head-to-Head (Last Season)
Total Matches: 2
Peshawar Zalmi won: 1
Lahore Qalandars won: 1
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Probable Playing XIs
Peshawar Zalmi Team News
No major updates
Peshawar Zalmi Probable Playing XI
Mohammad Haris, Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Haseebullah Khan (wk), Rovman Powell, Aamer Jamal, Wahab Riaz, Azmatullah Omarzai, Arshad Iqbal, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
Lahore Qalandars Team News
No major updates
Lahore Qalandars Probable Playing XI
Fakhar Zaman, Mirza Baig, Abdullah Shafique, Sam Billings (wk), Sikandar Raza, Hussain Talat, David Wiese, Rashid Khan, Shaheen Afridi (c), Haris Rauf, and Zaman Khan.
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Top Five Picks
- Babar Azam (PES): Peshawar Zalmi skipper Babar Azam has now registered two single-digit scores of 7 and 0 in the last two matches of this edition. He is still the second-highest run-getter for his side and would look to get a big one in this fixture.
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore (PES): Zalmi's no.4 batter Tom Kohler-Cadmore is their highest run-scorer in PSL 8. He is averaging 43.20 with three half-centuries, and picking an in-form player is the way to go for this contest.
- Rovman Powell (PES): Destructive West Indian batter Rovman Powell struck 64 off just 34 with six fours and four sixes in the last match against Karachi Kings. The right-handed batter would hope for some more fireworks in this tie.
- Abdullah Shafique (LAH): Lahore Qalandars's no.3 player Abdullah Shafique has scores of 75, 45, 15 and 48 as he is averaging 45.75 in 4 games this campaign. The right-handed batter is a worthy pick against the Zalmi.
- Rashid Khan (LAH): Afghanistan's spin wizard Rashid Khan has snared the second-most scalps for the Qalandars in this edition. He picked up 3/15 in the last game, as he is always a threat, especially in the T20 format.
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Must picks for the match
Peshawar Zalmi
- Babar Azam : 178 runs in 6 innings
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore: 216 runs in 6 innings
- Rovman Powell: 143 runs in 5 innings and 1 wicket in 1 innings
Lahore Qalandars
- Abdullah Shafique: 183 runs in 4 innings
- Rashid Khan: 9 wickets in 5 innings
- Sam Billings: 136 runs in 4 innings
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Risky Picks
Peshawar Zalmi: Haseebullah Khan, Arshad Iqbal
Lahore Qalandars: Mirza Baig, Hussain Talat
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Best Captain and Vice-captain choices
- Babar Azam (PES)
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore (PES)
- Abdullah Shafique (LAH)
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Team for Head-to-Head Contests
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Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Haris, Sam Billings
Batters: Babar Azam, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Rovman Powell, Abdullah Shafique
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza
Bowlers: Wahab Riaz,Rashid Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Abdullah Shafique
PES: 5 Players, LAH: 6 Players
PES vs LAH, Match 23: Team for Winner Takes All Contests
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Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Haris, Sam Billings
Batters: Babar Azam, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman
All-rounders: David Wiese, Sikandar Raza
Bowlers: Wahab Riaz, Rashid Khan, Shaheen Afridi
Captain: Shaheen Afridi
Vice-captain: Rashid Khan
PES: 4 Players, LAH: 7 Players
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