PSL 2021: Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Eliminator 1?

Preview

Karachi Kings was a tad rusty in the second leg of the 2021 Pakistan Super League (PSL) after losing three games in a row at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

But following wins against Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators, the Imad Wasim-led unit qualified for the playoffs with five wins from 10 games and a net run rate of -0.115. In their first playoff game, they will be up against the Peshawar Zalmi in Eliminator 1 on Monday, June 21.

The Zalmi, on the other hand, had five wins under their belt in the first stage and qualified on net run rate. In their last meeting, it was Wahab Riaz and Co, who got the better of the Kings.

Match Details

Match – Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings– Eliminator 1

Venue – Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Time – 11:30 PM IST, 06:00 PM GMT

Where to watch live – Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Avg first innings score: 169 (16 matches in PSL 2021 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 6, Lost – 10, Tied – 0

Pitch Report

The pitch in Abu Dhabi has been an excellent one for batting thus far in the T20 league. But bowling hasn’t been all that tough as low scores have also been registered in the tournament. Both teams have had quite a bit of success while batting second and chasing should the way forward since bowling isn’t quite their strong points.

Playing combination for PES vs KAR

Peshawar Zalmi

Predicted XI

Kamran Akmal (WK), Haider Ali, Shoaib Malik, David Miller, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Fabian Allen, Wahab Riaz (C), Umaid Asif, Mohammad Imran, Mohammad Irfan

Bench: Imam-ul-Haq, Fidel Edwards, Amad Butt, Bismillah Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Waqar Salamkheil, Mohammad Amir Khan, Mohammad Imran Randhawa

Karachi Kings

Predicted XI

Sharjeel Khan, Babar Azam, Martin Guptill, Najibullah Zadran, Chadwick Walton (wk), Danish Aziz, Imad Wasim (C), Mohammad Amir, Arshad Iqbal, Noor Ahmad, Mohammad Ilyas

Bench: Abbas Afridi, Aamer Yamin, Zeeshan Malik, Mohammad Haris, Waqas Maqsood, Qasim Akram

PES vs KAR Head-to-Head

Overall

Played – 14 | Peshawar Zalmi– 9 | Karachi Kings– 5 | N/R – 0

Probable best batsman of the match

Babar Azam — Karachi Kings

Babar Azam had an amazing campaign thus far in PSL 2021. He is currently the highest scorer of the tournament with 501 runs at an average and strike rate of 71.57 and 134.31 respectively. Having scored six half-centuries until now, the Lahore-born has put forth his importance in the team. The youngster will be looking to play another knock of substance in the must-win encounter.

Probable best bowler of the match

Wahab Riaz— Peshawar Zalmi

Wahab Riaz has been the standout bowler for the Zalmi in the league. In nine matches, he has managed to pick up 14 wickets at an economy rate of 8.74. However, he hasn’t gotten much support from the others. The veteran can’t afford to drop his guard in the crunch encounter. Not to forget that Wahab is more than handy with the bat in hand lower down the order.

Today’s match prediction: The team, batting second to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.