Imad Wasim vs Mohammad Rizwan, Check PSL 8 14th Match KAR vs MUL Dream11 Fantasy Team, C-VC Options Here
Karachi Kings are set to take on Multan Sultans in the 14th match of Pakistan Super League 2023.
KAR vs MUL: Match Preview:
In the reverse fixture between the two sides on February 22nd, Multan Sultans clinched a thriller against Karachi Kings by 3 runs. Multan captain Mohammed Rizwan was named the player of the match for his unbeaten 110 runs off 64 balls, guiding his team to a winning total. For Karachi Kings, James Vince scored 75 runs but the Kings ultimately fell short of the target.
Karachi Kings have managed just 1 win in the 5 matches they have played and are currently in the second-last spot in the points table. Captain Imad Wasim has been the top run-getter for Karachi with 166 runs in 5 matches, followed by veteran Shoaib Malik (164 runs). James Vince also gained form in the last match and currently has 147 runs in PSL 8. Matthew Wade (112) and Haider Ali (101) are other Karachi Kings batters who have breached the 100-run mark this season.
Imad Wasim is also the joint highest-wicket taker for his team till now, picking up 5 wickets in 5 matches. Aamer Yamin has impressed with his bowling, registering 5 wickets to his name in just 3 matches. Akif Javed and Mohammad Amir have 4 wickets each in 2 and 4 matches respectively, while Ben Cutting has managed 3 wickets in 2 innings.
Multan Sultans on the other hand are placed atop the points table with 4 wins in 5 matches. After losing their first match of the season, Multan Sultans haven't looked back and are currently on a 4-match winning streak. Mohammad Rizwan has accumulated 329 runs till now in the season and is the leading run-scorer in the tournament as of now. Rilee Rossouw with 218 runs is the second-highest run-getter of this season at the moment, while Shan Masood has scored 112 runs in 5 matches. David Miller hasn't been able to express himself freely, with only 100 runs in 3 innings. However, his average (50) and strike rate (169.49) portray that a big knock is not very far away.
Ihsanullah has been a bowling sensation in PSL 8, picking up 12 wickets in 5 matches. The 20-year-old is currently the leading wicket-taker in Pakistan Super League 2023. Abbas Afridi has grabbed 10 wickets in 4 matches and is placed second in the list overall, followed by another Multan Sultans bowler, Usama Mir (9 wickets) at third. Multan Sultans have both their departments sorted and are looking as clear favourites to lift the trophy.
KAR vs MUL: Match Details
- Date – Sunday, February 26, 2023
- Time – 02:30 PM IST
- Venue – National Stadium, Karachi
KAR vs MUL Head-to-Head:
- Total – 10
- Karachi Kings – 5
- Multan Sultans – 5
Today's Match Prediction: Who will win today's cricket match? KAR vs MUL
With the current form in mind, Multan Sultans will start as favourites to win this match against Karachi Kings.
KAR vs MUL: Where to Watch?
All matches of the Pakistan Super League 2023 will be streamed by the Sony Sports Network in India
KAR vs MUL Team News:
There are no new injury updates from either team as of now.
KAR vs MUL Probable Playing 11:
- Karachi Kings – Matthew Wade (wk), James Vince, Haider Ali, Shoaib Malik, Imad Wasim (c), Ben Cutting, Irfan Khan, Aamer Yamin, Mohammad Umar, Imran Tahir, Akif Javed
- Multan Sultans – Shan Masood, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Rilee Rossouw, David Miller, Kieron Pollard, Khushdil Shah, Carlos Brathwaite, Usama Mir, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Ilyas, Ihsanullah
KAR vs MUL Fantasy 11:
- Wicket-keepers – Mohammad Rizwan, Matthew Wade
- Batters – Shoaib Malik, Rilee Rossouw, James Vince, David Miller, Shan Masood
- All-rounders – Imad Wasim
- Bowlers – Usama Mir, Mohammad Amir, Ihsanullah
Also Read: Cricket Tales
C/VC Picks – Mohammad Rizwan, Imad Wasim, Rilee Rossouw, James Vince