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Lahore Qalandars
Islamabad United
As the curtains rise on the Pakistan Super League 2024 season, cricket enthusiasts can brace themselves for another thrilling season of top-tier T20 competition.
The opening clash between Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United promises to set the tone for the tournament's excitement. Lahore Qalandars, the reigning champions, enter the fray with a renewed desire to extend their dominance, aiming to replicate their previous season's triumph.
Led by the formidable Shaheen Afridi, whose stellar all-round performance proved instrumental in clinching the title last season, the Qalandars will be confident and determined as they prepare to defend their crown.
Islamabad United, however, stands as a formidable adversary, poised to challenge the reigning champions and stake their claim early in the competition. The return of Pakistan's premier players from overseas leagues like BPL 20214 and ILT20 will add further intrigue and excitement to the competition.
Both teams have seasoned batters that possess hitting capability in T20 matches.
The betting tip is...
The total Sixes hit will be Over 11.5 in the match
58 %
42 %
Lahore QalandarsIslamabad UnitedIn a major setback, Lahore Qalandars face the absence of the world's best T20 bowler, Rashid Khan, who has withdrawn from the Pakistan Super League as he continues his cautious recovery from back surgery. Despite this setback, the Qalandars are poised to field a full-strength lineup in the opening match of the season.
The team boasts a strong bowling attack led by captain Shaheen Afridi, who was the second-highest wicket-taker from last season, after Rashid Khan. Shaheen took 19 wickets at an economy rate of 9.13 and a strike rate of 13.89. Additionally, Haris Rauf, who displayed exceptional form last season, took 17 wickets at an economy rate of 9.2 and a strike rate of 16.64, adding depth to the pace department.
On the batting front, the Qalandars rely on the explosiveness of Fakhar Zaman, their top run-scorer from the previous campaign, who scored 429 runs at a strike rate of 160.67. Abdullah Shafique, another vital cog in the batting lineup, scored 268 runs at a strike rate of 144.08, aiming to build on his impressive performances from the previous season.
We predict Shai Hope to keep wickets and Dussen to start as well.
Predicted Lineup: Fakhar Zaman, Abdullah Shafique, Rassie van der Dussen, Shai Hope (wk), Sikandar Raza, Kamran Ghulam, Shaheen Afridi (c), David Wiese, Mohammad Imran, Haris Rauf, Zaman Khan
Looking ahead to Islamabad United's campaign in the Pakistan Super League 2024, the team showcases a formidable blend of experience and talent, poised to make a significant impact in the tournament.
Shadab Khan, the dynamic all-rounder, emerges as a key figure for Islamabad United, boasting impressive bowling figures from the previous season, where he claimed 12 wickets at an economy rate of 8.97. Alongside him, Tom Curran's knack for picking up crucial wickets, with 8 dismissals in just 5 matches at an economy rate of 9.05 and a strike rate of 15, provides depth to the bowling attack.
In the batting department, Faheem Ashraf proves to be a versatile asset, contributing with both bat and ball. With 215 runs at a blistering strike rate of 149.3 and 6 wickets to his name from the last season, Ashraf's all-round prowess adds balance to the squad. Meanwhile, Colin Munro's explosive batting style, evidenced by his 298 runs at a strike rate of 169.31 in 11 matches last season, promises to bolster Islamabad's batting lineup.
A foreign opening duo is a possibility.
Predicted Lineup: Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Shadab Khan (c), Azam Khan (wk), Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Qasim Akram, Tom Curran, Matthew Forde, Naseem Shah, Rumman Raees
Based on the head-to-head record in the last 5 matches, Lahore Qalandars hold a dominant position with 5 victories, while Islamabad United is yet to secure a win. This historical data suggests Lahore's superiority in recent encounters.
Analyzing the squads, Lahore enjoys a slight edge with a lineup boasting seasoned performers and promising talents. However, as the new season commences, it is too early to accurately predict player forms and performances that will ultimately shape the outcome of matches.
Lahore Qalandars will win the first match.
