KAR vs PES T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, PSL 2023
Karachi Kings will kick off their 2023 PSL campaign against Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi at the National Stadium in Karachi. With both teams shaped much better in the newest edition of Pakistan Super League, let us a detailed look at the pitch report, predicted playing XI, top batsmen and bowlers, and much more.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi T20 Live Streaming
The match will be shown live on PTV Sports, Ten Sports, and A Sports
PSL 2023 Live Streaming: Fans can stream the match on Tapmad, Tamasha App, and Daraz
KAR vs PES Match Toss Prediction
Since this game will be played under the lights, dew will be a huge factor to keep in mind. Which will make batting much easier in the second innings. Likewise, both captains would be looking to win the toss to bowl first.
KAR vs PES, National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report
The National Stadium in Karachi is one of the best batting venues and there is no help for the pacers. Although the spinners might get some unexpected turn, each of the top-order batsmen would be licking their fingers to post a huge total.
Karachi Weather Report
The temperature in Karachi on February 14th is expected to be around 23-27 degrees during the match hours. Humidity would be as high as 22% as there are no chances of rain interfering with the game.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi, Pakistan Super League 2023
Karachi Kings Team News & Playing 11
KAR Team News
Since this track can offer help for the spinners, expect the likes of Tabraiz Shamsi, and Imran Tahir to bowl alongside captain Imad Wasim. Moreover, with the experienced Shoaib Malik coming in, Matthew Wade is most likely to open the batting for the Kings alongside Sharjeel Khan.
KAR Key Players
- Matthew Wade- The attacking Australian wicketkeeper/batsman is known to counter-attack strong bowling attacks. His performance on top of the batting order will hold a key in the Kings setting or chasing a total in PSL 2023.
- Mohammad Amir- Although there is no help to offer at National Stadium for the pacers, this left-arm pacer will be expected to provide early breakthroughs to his side.
- Imran Tahir- With a wealth of T20 experience under his belt, this veteran right-arm legbreaker does have the traits to take the most wickets using his variation.
KAR Team Form
Kings had just managed to register one win in the entire previous edition. However, under Imad Wasim’s captaincy, Karachi Kings will be looking to start on a positive note.
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Karachi Kings Predicted Playing 11
Imad Wasim (C), Matthew Wade (Wk), Sharjeel Khan, Shoaib Malik, Qasim Akram, Imran Tahir, Muhammad Irfan, Ben Cutting, Aamir Yamin, Mohammad Amir, Tabraiz Shamsi
Peshawar Zalmi Team News & Playing 11
PES Team News
The Peshawar Zalmi would also prefer heading into this contest with at least a couple of spinners present in their starting XI, for which Mujeeb-ur-Rahman and Usman Qadir. On the other hand, Babar Azam can be supported by Mohammad Haris and Tom Kohler Cadmore at the top of the batting order.
PES Key Players
- Wahab Riaz- Like Mohammad Amir, Wahab Riaz will also be looking to make use of his vast experience with the new ball to lead his respective bowling unit.
- Babar Azam- The World No. 3 ranked T20 Batsman, and Pakistan’s captain will be looking to get off the best possible start with his new franchise. Given that the top-order batsman will be able to make use of this particular pitch the most, Azam will have the chance to score a big total.
- Usman Qadir- He has been the unrecognized hero for PZ in the previous edition. This spinner will be expected to take wickets for Zalmi in the middle overs.
PES Team Form
Peshawar Zalmi has only lost 1 of its last 5 games. Moreover, they have been the dominant side over Karachi Kings in the last two PSL seasons.
Peshawar Zalmi Predicted Playing 11
Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Haris, Tom Kohler Cadmore (Wk), Harris Sohail, James Neesham, Wahab Riaz, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Usman Qadir, Aamer Jamal, Arshad Iqbal, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Head to Head
The Peshawar Zalmi beat the Karachi Kings in their last encounter by 55 runs. Moreover, they have lost once against the same opposition in their previous 5 games.
KAR vs PES Head to Head Stats in T20s
| |
Matches Played |
KAR Won |
PES Won |
Tie |
NR |
| Overall |
17 |
5 |
12 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
1 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Betting Odds
Although Karachi Kings have acquired the vitally experienced Shoaib Malik, the loss of Babar Azam is surely going to haunt them. Given that the National Stadium in Karachi is going to be a boon for the batsman, there are no two ways in stating that Peshawar Zalmi heads into this contest as the favorite.
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Who will win Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi T20 Match?
Since spinners can play a crucial role in deciding the outcome of the game, we prefer Mujeeb-ur-Rahman and Usman Qadir to have a larger impact on the outcome. Citing this, we predict PZ To edge over KK in Match 2 of PSL 2023.
🏆 Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Prediction
Since Peshawar Zalmi has been the dominant force over Karachi Kings in the past, we predict the dominance to continue even in Match 2. Being the better side of the paper, PZ does look to have a well-balanced batting unit to make the best use of the wicket in the National Stadium in Karachi. Moreover, Zalmi’s spinners do have the talent to cause the oddball to surprise the marquee players in the oppositiom batting order. Therefore, we predict Zalmi to register a one-sided thumping over the Kings on February 14.
Feb 14, 2023
20:00 IST / 14:30 GMT
National Stadium - Karachi, Pakistan
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