PSL 8 Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Match Prediction and Data Analysis

The Peshawar Zalmi team, led by Babar Azam, will face Islamabad United in the 12th match of PSL 2023 on February 23 at Karachi’s National Stadium. Islamabad will try to resume its winning ways, while PZ will want to win this second win.

Let’s take a close look at the projected starting lineup, team news, weather forecast, and much more before the game.

Match details:

Match: Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United 2023 Date and Time: February 23rd, 2023, 7:30 pm IST. Venue: National Stadium, Karachi Live Streaming: Sony Liv and Sony Sports Network Winner: Islamabad United

Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Betting Odds:

	Parimatch	Megapari	JungliWIN
Islamabad	1.67	1.675	1.70
Peshawar	2.22	2.21	2.24
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Top 3 Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Match Prediction & Analysis:

Islamabad United seem to possess a more composed batting and bowling unit than Peshawar Zalmi. Both skippers have tons of T20 experience, we are surely going to have a nail biter between the two.

Peshawar will stick to its previous playing 11 while Islamabad can bring in a few changes. Tom Curran is struggling to find his best form, Moeen Ali can find his way into the playing 11.

These are our Top 3 Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Match Predictions:

#PREDICTION 1 – ISLAMABAD UNITED TO WIN

Why will Islamabad win?

• The English top-order batsman Alex Hales might get the chance to play in the upcoming fixture against Peshawar, he will be key for Islamabad United to get off to a good start.
• The batting unit is looking very strong with Colin Munro, Rassie van-der Dussen, and Azam Khan standing like a wall in the middle order.
• As the National Cricket Stadium offers some spinner-friendly conditions, Shabad Khan will be tasked with taking crucial wickets in the middle overs. 

#PREDICTION 2 – R RAEES TO BE THE TOP ISLAMABAD BOWLER

• Ruman is looking in great form this season, this young Pakistani talent is the leading bowler in Islamabad bowling attack.
• He has 3 wickets in the first two games, we can expect him to take at least two wickets.

#PREDICTION 3 – COLIN MUNRO TO BE TOP ISLAMABAD BATTER

• He scored 58 runs off 28 balls in the first game, including 4 sixes and five boundaries, demonstrating just how capable he is. 
• Munro is the leading run scorer for Islamabad scoring 89 runs at a strike rate of 174.

Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Toss Prediction:

Islamabad United will win the toss and decide to bowl first.

Islamabad United Probable Playing 11

Paul Stirling/ Alex Hales, Hassan Nawaz, Colin Munro, Rassie van der Dussen, Azam Khan (Wk), Shadab Khan (C), Faheem Ashraf, Moeen Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Rumman Raees, Mohammad Wasim Jr

Peshawar Probable Playing 11

Mohammad Haris (Wk), Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Rovman Powell, James Neesham, Wahab Riaz, Dasun Shanaka, Sufiyan Muqeem, Usman Qadir, Arshad Iqbal

Pitch Report

There is no better pitch for batting than the National Stadium, and top-order batters will be looking to attack from the first delivery. It is expected that fans are going to enjoy another high scoring game tonight. Dew can play an important role when the lights come into play.

Where can I watch the game?

You can watch the live game on Sony Sports Network and live streaming will be available on Sony Liv application. Audiences in Pakistan can catch the live action on A Sports, and PTV Sports.