KAR vs ISL T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, PSL 2023
After dropping a nail-biting contest against Babar Azam’s Peshawar Zalmi, Karachi Kings will look to seek their first win against one of the two-time champions Islamabad United in Match 4 of Pakistan Super League 2023 at the National Cricket Stadium in Karachi. With the game all set to commence at 19:00 local time, let us take a detailed look at the predicted playing XI, pitch report, team news, and much more.
Karachi Kings have an improved bowling lineup in this edition of PSLwith Mohammad Amir, Imran Tahir, and Mir Hamza looking to lead their attack. Not only that, but KK also have the experienced Imad Wasim and Shoaib Malik looking to add stability to their middle order.
Islamabad United is one of the most successful sides in the Pakistan Super League and has gone onto win the silverware in 2016 and 2018 respectively. They are led by Pakistan’s all-around maestro Shadab Khan.
Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United 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 ISL Match Toss Prediction
As we witnessed in Match 2, dew does come into play during the second innings at National Cricket Stadium in Karachi, citing which both the captains will be looking to bowl first on this track.
KAR vs ISL, National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report
This pitch is a batting fortress and top-order batsmen could even start counter-attacking from the very first over. Expect multiple batsmen to get half-centuries as spinners could once again get some help with unexpected turn and bounce on this pitch.
Karachi Weather Report
Humidity is predicted to peak around 37% during the match hours as the temperature will be around 32 to 18 degrees.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United, Pakistan Super League 2023
Karachi Kings Team News & Playing 11
KAR Team News
Having lost their first match in a nail-biting fashion by only 2 runs, the Karachi Kings will be hoping to bank on their same starting XI with Mohammad Amir, Mir Hamza, and Imran Tahir expected to lead their bowling attack as there are no injuries in the side. However, Andrew Tye could see himself being replaced by Tabriaz Shamsi in the starting XI.
KAR Key Players
- Shoaib Malik - The 41-year-old showcased just how capable he is in Match 2 as he slammed 52 runs off just 32 balls, including 2 sixes and 4 boundaries.
- Imad Wasim - The marquee all-rounder continued his impressive form by not only building a steady partnership with Shoaib Malik but even scoring 80 runs in just 47 balls, smashing 7 boundaries in 4 sixes in Match 2.
- Imran Tahir - Given that the National Cricket Stadium in Karachi might offer help for the spinners, Imran Tahir’s experience will be vital for KK in Match 4.
KAR Team Form
After winning only 1 game in 10 clashes last season, the Kings were just outplayed by Zalmi in their inaugural encounter of this edition. They have only won one of their previous five matches entering Match 4 of PSL 2023.
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Karachi Kings Predicted Playing 11
Imran Tahir, Tabriz Shamsi, Ben Cutting, Imad Wasim (C), Matthew Wade (Wk), Mir Hamza, Qasim Akram, Mohammad Amir, Sharjeel Khan, Shoaib Malik, Haider Ali
Islamabad United Team News & Playing 11
ISL Team News
Alex Hales and Rassie van der Dussen will be the key batsmen for Islamabad United in this edition of PSL. While Shadab Khan, Tom Curran, Zeeshan Zameer, and Hasan Ali can comprise their starting XI in Match 4.
ISL Key Players
- Alex Hales - Being one of the most experienced batters in this batting lineup, this English top-order batsman will be key in providing Islamabad United with a good start.
- Azam Khan - Having knocked 284 runs in his last 10 games, Azam has played at an average of 31 runs per innings, a strike rate of 144.16.
- Shabad Khan - Given that the National Cricket Stadium has something to offer for the spinners, the captain of IU will be responsible for taking crucial wickets in the middle overs.
ISL Team Form
Islamabad United is entering the 2023 edition after clinching the playoff berths in the previous season. They have already won the title twice, and are one of the favorites to win the silverware in 2023 as well.
Islamabad United Predicted Playing 11
Alex Hales, Paul Stirling, Rassie van der Dussen, Shadab Khan (C), Azam Khan (Wk), Faheem Ashraf, Asif Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Tom Curran, Hasan Ali, Zeeshan Zameer
Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United Head to Head
The Karachi Kings have lost to Islamabad United in their last four clashes and have been brutally dominated by the latter opposition in their head-to-head record as well.
KAR vs ISL Head to Head Stats in T20s
| |
Matches Played |
KAR Won |
ISL Won |
Tie |
NR |
| Overall |
18 |
6 |
12 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
1 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United Betting Odds
The bookmakers have favored Islamabad United to continue their reign of dominance over Karachi Kings in Match 4. Islamabad United heads into this contest with a chance win predictability rate of 60% as compared to Karachi Kings’ 40%.
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Who will win Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United T20 Match?
Given that both teams have made improvements in their squads to fill their voids, still Islamabad United seems to be a more composed batting and bowling unit as compared to Karachi Kings. Moreover, given the pitch conditions and nature, we predict IU to register their first win of PSL 2023 in a close contest against KK.
🏆 Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United Prediction
While the Kings have shown potential of making a comeback in the 2023 edition, Islamabad United have picked a stronger squad with a balanced mix of batters, bowlers, and all-rounders. Moreover, their restricted spin attack could cause them some issues, but their top batting order does seem to dominate the game at least on paper. Citing this, we predict that the Islamabad United are going to register their first win of this campaign in Match 4 itself.
Feb 16, 2023
19:30 IST / 14:00 GMT
National Stadium - Karachi, Pakistan
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