LAH vs ISL T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, PSL 2023
As we approach the end of the third week of Pakistan Super League 2023, Lahore Qalandars are all set to lock horns for the second time in this edition against Islamabad United at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. With both teams entering Match 16 after impressive and highly dominating wins, get to know all about the predicted playing XI, team news, weather forecast, and much more.
Having played in only 3 games in the 2023 edition of PSL so far, Lahore Qalandars are placed third in the points table after winning 2 of their games. Being at 4 points, a win could potentially take them to second place, behind Multan Sultans.
Islamabad United is on the backs of two consecutive wins entering Match 16. They have played in 4 games so far, and have won 3 games, being at 6 points. They are placed in the points table and another dominating win could very well take them to the top of the points table.
Lahore Qalandars 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, SonyLIV, and Daraz.
LAH vs ISL Match Toss Prediction
Since this is a batting-friendly wicket that allows the top-order batsman to face the new ball without any added surprise, both captains are likely to bat first after winning the toss.
LAH vs ISL, Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
As per what we have witnessed so far, fast bowlers will have a hard time finding the right lengths to bowl. This most likely has resulted in them going for plenty of runs in the power play. Batsmen are often likely to decide the outcome of this particular game.
Lahore Weather Report
This is going to be a perfect evening for a day of cricket. With the temperature expected to be around 29 to 17 degrees, humidity can be at its peak of around 42% during the match hours.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United, Pakistan Super League 2023
Lahore Qalandars Team News & Playing 11
LAH Team News
With Sam Billings and Rashid Khan both coming into the starting XI, the Qalandars have found batting as well as bowling depth and are most likely to feature the same starting XI in Match 16 as well
LAH Key Players
- Fakhar Zaman - The Pakistan International star is coming off a brilliant 96-run inning in just 45 balls, Zaman will once again be expected to provide a good start in the power play.
- Sam Billings - The arrival of the Englishmen has brought immense depth into the batting lineup of Lahore Qalandars. He even smashed 47 runs off just 23 balls in Match 15 for LQ.
- Shaheen Afridi - Having taken his first 5-wicket haul of the 2023 campaign, Afridi will be looking to lead the bowling attack with the new ball even in Match 16.
LAH Team Form
The Lahore Qalandars are entering Match 16 on the backs of an impressive victory against Peshawar Zalmi by 40 runs in PSL 2023.
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Lahore Qalandars Predicted Playing 11
Abdullah Shafiq, Sikandar Raza, Fakhar Zaman, Zaman Khan, Tahir Baig, Hussain Talat, Shaheen Afridi (C), Sam Billings (Wk), David Wiese, Haris Rauf, Rashid Khan
Islamabad United Team News & Playing 11
ISL Team News
With no injuries affecting the team, Shadab Khan will look to enter Match 16 with the same winning XI that locked horns against Quetta Gladiators in Match 13.
ISL Key Players
- Azam Khan - This wicketkeeping-batsman is entering Match 16 on the back of an impressive 97 run-inning off just 42 balls. He will be expected to not only bring stability into the batting unit of IU but even provide a quality finish to their batting innings.
- Fazalhaq Farooqi - This 22-year-old left-arm medium-fast bowler took 3 wickets in United’s previous game, and will be expected to take wickets from the new ball against the resilient Qalandars.
- Rassie van der Dussen - The South African International could not score decently against the Gladiators, and will be seeking redemption in Match 16.
ISL Team Form
They are on the backs of two consecutive wins entering Match 16 and another win could even take them to the top of the points table.
Islamabad United Predicted Playing 11
Hasan Ali, Asif Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Colin Munro, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Azam Khan (Wk), Shadab Khan (C), Mubasir Khan, Abrar Ahmad, Rassie van der Dussen, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Head to Head
In a nail-biting contest in Match 10, the Lahore Qalandars beat Islamabad United by 6 runs. Moreover, they have won all of the last 3 showdowns against United.
LAH vs ISL Head to Head Stats in T20s
| |
Matches Played |
LAH Won |
ISL Won |
Tie |
NR |
| Overall |
15 |
6 |
8 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Betting Odds
Although Islamabad United are placed higher in the 2023 points standings than Lahore Qalandars yet the bookmakers have edged the latter team as the favorites to emerge victorious. The Qalandars have a 52% win ratio as compared to United’s 48%.
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Who will win Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United T20 Match?
Given that the batsmen would come in handier in Match 16 with respect to the venue, the Qalandars would be banking on one of Fakhar Zaman, Abdullah Shafiq, Sam Billings, and Tahir Baig to play through the entire 20 overs. On the other hand, the United unit will be keen of witnessing the attacking intent of Azam Khan, Asif Ali, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Colin Munro in the power play and later overs.
Feb 27, 2023
19:30 IST / 14:00 GMT
Gaddafi Stadium - Lahore, Pakistan
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